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Pasta Salad (Costco Copycat!)

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A fresh and flavorful orzo pasta salad inspired by the Costco favorite—loaded with salami, feta, olives, spinach, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for potlucks or meal prep!

Ingredients

For the Salad:

2 cups uncooked orzo pasta

8 ounces Calabrese salami, cut into small cubes

8 ounces block feta, crumbled (about 2 cups)

1 cup Kalamata olives, halved

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (about 10 oz)

2 cups packed baby spinach, chopped (about 2 oz)

For the Vinaigrette:

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup water

1/4 cup white wine vinegar

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 ounce block feta, crumbled (about 1/4 cup)

2 cloves garlic, finely minced (about 1 tablespoon)

2 teaspoons dried oregano

2 teaspoons dried basil

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon granulated sugar

Instructions

Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo until al dente according to package directions.
Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Make the Vinaigrette:
In a jar or small bowl, whisk together olive oil, water, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, crumbled feta, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and sugar. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.

Assemble the Salad:
To the orzo, add cubed salami, crumbled feta, olives, cherry tomatoes, and chopped spinach.
Pour in about 3/4 of the vinaigrette and toss to coat everything evenly.

Chill:
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours to let the flavors meld.

Serve:
Toss the salad again before serving. Add additional vinaigrette if desired.

Notes

Great for making ahead—flavors develop more the longer it chills.

Swap or add ingredients like artichoke hearts, cucumbers, or roasted red peppers.

Use gluten-free orzo to make the dish gluten-free.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/pasta-salad-costco-copycat/