Perfect Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 package (8 oz.) Orzo pasta
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 finely diced onion
• 1/4 cup capers
• 1/2 cup diced black or kalamata olives with about 2 tablespoons of their juices
• 1/4 cup minced fresh spinach
• 1/2 yellow pepper, diced
• 1 4-ounce package crumbled feta cheese or 4-ounces fresh shaved Parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Boil pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water, drain well, place in large bowl, and immediately coat with lemon juice. Stir well and then cover with balsamic vinegar. Add remaining ingredients (or your choice of fresh cheeses and vegetables), and chill or serve immediately.

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