Simple Orzo Salad

this is a quick and easy Orzo salad. Try and find heirloom plum tomatoes if possible. They make the dish.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4 sides

Ingredients

• 1  cup  dried orzo pasta
• 1  cup  chicken stock
• 2  cups water
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped onion
• 1  garlic clove
• 5  kalamata olives (pitted)
• 6  heirloom plum tomatoes
• 1⁄4 cup  fresh feta cheese, cubed (not crumbles)
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  teaspoon fresh oregano
• 1⁄4 tablespoon of fresh mint, chopped
• 1⁄2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
•  salt

Directions

1. In a small skillet combine orzo, garlic, onion, chicken stock and one cup of water.
2. Cook the orzo over medium heat in the chicken stock and add water as needed. Cook until the orzo is tender. About 10 minutes.
3. Drain the orzo and allow to cool for five minutes.
4. Combine all ingredients in a bowl, and toss until everything is well mixed. Add salt as needed.