Chickpea Orzo Salad Fresh (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 8 ounces dried orzo pasta

→ Dressing

02 - 6 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
06 - 2 tablespoons honey
07 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
08 - Pinch of red pepper flakes
09 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Salad

10 - 1 ½ cups cucumbers, diced
11 - 1 ½ cups tomatoes, diced
12 - 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained
13 - ¼ cup red onion, diced
14 - 1 cup feta cheese
15 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Cook orzo pasta according to the package directions, then place in a colander and rinse with cold water.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until combined.
03 - Add the cooled orzo to a large mixing bowl, then pour in the dressing and toss until coated.
04 - Mix in the cucumbers, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
05 - Place the salad in the refrigerator for 1 hour, then serve.

# Notes:

01 - Store any leftover Chickpea Orzo Salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.