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Jennifer Aniston Salad with Orzo (1)

Prep

20 minutes

Yield

6 servings

This tasty, easy, and healthy salad recipe is a spin of the TikTok-famous Jennifer Aniston Salad with a few different additions and swaps.

If you’ve been spending anytime on TikTok over the last few months, you’ve probably seen the many iterations of the Jennifer Aniston salad that has gone viral.

This salad was Jenn’s go-to on the set of filming Friends throughout the 90s. In an interview with the LA Times in 2010, the ladies of the show revealed they ate lunch together every day for 10 years while the show was being filmed and what they ate was Jenn’s famous “Cobb Salad” that really isn’t a Cobb Salad at all. Jenn had her own special recipe and it had to be good if they all ate it every day for 10 years right? I wanted to take this Jennifer Aniston salad and make my version.

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Why you’ll love the Jennifer Aniston salad recipe:

  • Quick Prep: Make this Jennifer Aniston Salad Recipe in only 20-minutes. If the cast of Friends had time to make this every day, so do you
  • Flavorful: I love the flavor combos of the fresh herbs and the crunch of pistachios in this Jennifer Aniston salad recipe
  • Addictive: There’s a reason they could eat this one salad for 10 years
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Ingredients for this Jennifer Aniston Friends Salad:

Orzo: In Jenn’s salad she used bulger but I didn’t have any on hand in my pantry so I opted for orzo instead. As a Greek woman, I always have orzo on hand.

Spices: From what I gather, the OG salad didn’t include garlic and onion powder but I think it adds a little something, something to this recipe. Feel free to omit if you don’t have it on hand.

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How to make the Jennifer Aniston salad:

  1. Cook the orzo according to the instructions on the package. Allow to cool.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ALL of the ingredients.
  4. Mix to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Enjoy this delicious salad!!

Expert Tips & FAQ:

Get Creative: Customize this Jennifer Aniston salad recipe and add or remove any ingredients your wish- swap the feta for your favorite dairy-free substitute to make this vegan!

Storage: Salad can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for 4 – 6 days.

Other salad recipes you’ll love:

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  • Roasted Beet Salad with Feta and Pistachios
  • Pearl Couscous Greek Salad with Tofu Feta and a Creamy Dill Dressing
  • Greek Lentil Salad

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Jennifer Aniston Salad

4.52 from 96 votes

This tasty, easy, and healthy salad recipe is a spin of the TikTok-famous Jennifer Aniston Salad with a few different additions and swaps.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Mediterranean

Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired, Vegetarian

Servings 6 servings

Calories 463 kcal

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This salad is AMAZING and SUPER packed with nutrients! Pack it for you lunches, take it to potlucks, etc.! It’ll be a hit!!

Customize this salad and add or remove any ingredients your wish- swap the feta for your favourite dairy-free substitute to make this vegan!

Salad can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for 4 – 6 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 6 | Calories: 463kcal | Carbohydrates: 53.3g | Protein: 17.6g | Fat: 21.8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.6g | Cholesterol: 22.3mg | Sodium: 1432.2mg | Fiber: 11.7g | Sugar: 3.6g

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Samantha

Posted at 9:36 pm, January 4, 2024

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Amazing recipe – I’ve made this at least ten times. I usually do farro instead of orzo, but it’s super adaptable…you can throw basically anything in!

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 7:13 am, January 5, 2024

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thank you so much, samantha!

Tannis M

Posted at 3:13 pm, January 2, 2024

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This has become my go to salad for entertaining and weekly meal prep….its delicious, the flavors are fresh and someone always asks for the recipe!

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 4:38 pm, January 2, 2024

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thank you so much, tannis!

Cassie J

Posted at 10:41 am, August 7, 2023

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I have made this before and it is delicious but I forget what I did last time, is it 2 cups of dry orzo cooked or 2 cups of already cooked orzo?

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 8:35 am, August 8, 2023

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two cups already cooked I believe

Yoginijana

Posted at 5:53 am, April 4, 2023

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Wowwww what a salad! Once a week on our mealplan 😍 hugs from germany. 😊

Ana Silva

Posted at 9:37 am, January 4, 2023

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Gonna try this salad for dinner. Any ideas on what I could swap for the cucumber and still have some crunch?
Thanks for this recipe!
🥳 happy new year!

Krissy

Posted at 8:24 pm, January 3, 2023

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This is my new favorite salad. I swapped orzo for quinoa and mint/parsley for avocado.
10/10. Light but filling.

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 10:37 pm, January 3, 2023

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thank you so much hun!

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 2:30 pm, January 4, 2023

maybe green pepper!

Blair Kholodny

Posted at 7:07 pm, October 26, 2022

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This is our absolute favorite salad ever! So fresh, so easy, so so so delicious. It’s a staple in our home!

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 6:12 am, October 27, 2022

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thank you so much, blair!

Brittany

Posted at 9:25 am, October 6, 2022

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What a great recipe! This meal is filling, satiating, nutritious, and easy! I’m never let down by a FBM recipe.

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 7:09 pm, October 6, 2022

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thank you so much, brittany!

Julie

Posted at 3:51 am, September 14, 2022

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Jennifer Aniston Salad with Orzo (12)
Full of flavours and filling! Perfect for meal prep!

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 6:58 am, September 14, 2022

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so glad you loved this!!!

Melissa Socia

Posted at 11:12 am, August 28, 2022

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Deeelicious! Only change I made was using quinoa in place of the orzo as I have Celiac disease. I double the recipe and my husband and I eat it for lunches during the week.

Maria Koutsogiannis

Posted at 1:53 pm, August 28, 2022

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such a great swap! so glad you loved it!

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FAQs

What is the salad Jennifer Aniston eats every day? ›

She did in fact, eat a cobb salad instead everyday consisting of chopped lettuce, chicken breast, turkey bacon, boiled egg, and so on with her co-star Lisa Kudrow.

How long can Jennifer Aniston salad stay in the fridge? ›

Get Creative: Customize this Jennifer Aniston salad recipe and add or remove any ingredients your wish- swap the feta for your favorite dairy-free substitute to make this vegan! Storage: Salad can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for 4 – 6 days.

Is Jennifer Aniston salad healthy? ›

Jennifer Aniston's Quinoa Salad took the internet by storm for good reason! Made with quinoa, garbanzo beans, feta cheese, pistachios, fresh herbs, and a simple lemon vinaigrette … this flavorful and crunchy salad is one of the best I've ever had. Packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and healthy fats …

Can you lose weight with Jennifer Aniston salad? ›

It's Calorie Friendly and a Complete Meal

Aniston's salad is low in calories, high in vitamins and nutrients, filling, and great for weight loss goals, according to Feder.

What is Jennifer Aniston's diet? ›

It's pretty clear: Eat as much organic fruits and veggies as you can, keep sugar [intake] low, drink tons and tons of water and get good sleep. I allow myself to indulge once in a while... I don't give myself any rules anymore."

What is Jennifer Aniston's favorite salad? ›

She spent the day sharing pieces of her life, including a few of her favorite meals. For lunch, she had what is now known as the Jennifer Aniston salad: bulgur wheat, cucumber, herbs, chickpeas, feta, red onion, and pistachios.

What salad did Jennifer Aniston eat for 10 years? ›

“Jennifer and Lisa [Kudrow] and I ate lunch together every single day for 10 years. And we always had the same thing — a Cobb salad. But it wasn't really a Cobb salad. It was a Cobb salad that Jennifer doctored up with turkey bacon and garbanzo beans and I don't know what.

Is Jennifer Aniston salad low carb? ›

Jennifer Aniston's go-to lettuce-less salad boasts a nutritious blend of assorted vegetables, crunchy nuts, and hearty plant-based proteins to deliver a high-protein, low-carb meal that you can make in minutes.

Why is it called the Jennifer Aniston salad? ›

This Jennifer Aniston salad is EVERYTHING! Crunchy, fresh, delicious, easy to make and well balanced you may end up putting this salad in your permanent repertoire. Named after the Friends star it became known as the salad that she would eat every single day on the set of Friends.

Can I eat salad that sat out all day? ›

- Time and Temperature: The FDA recommends not leaving perishable foods like salads at room temperature for more than two hours. If the temperature is above 90°F (32°C), this time reduces to just one hour. - Storage: Leftover salads should be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

Did Jennifer Aniston really eat the same salad every day on Friends? ›

It dates back to a 2010 Los Angeles Times interview with Courteney Cox where she says she, Aniston, and Lisa Kudrow ate lunch together every single day and ate the same salad every day. "We always had the same thing — a Cobb salad. But it wasn't really a Cobb salad.

What is the healthiest salad to eat everyday? ›

Best: Salad Loaded With Veggies

Add a mix of veggies to your salad to get more nutrition and flavor. Top those leafy greens with crunchy produce like carrots, cucumbers, or broccoli. Then add a punch of color from tomatoes, bell peppers, beets, or red onion.

What is Jennifer Aniston's famous salad? ›

The salad she made on a daily basis consisted of shredded lettuce, chicken, egg whites, a couple of garbanzo beans, bacon, and a basic vinaigrette. Whether she used these ingredients in her salad, I simply cannot get enough of this wonderfully fresh, flavorful, textural, nutritious salad.

What is another name for Jennifer Aniston salad? ›

I finally made a version of the Jennifer Aniston Salad that has been going around social media and I will never be the same! I can see why she supposedly ate this salad every day for 10 years on the set of Friends.

Is Jennifer Aniston salad low-carb? ›

Jennifer Aniston's go-to lettuce-less salad boasts a nutritious blend of assorted vegetables, crunchy nuts, and hearty plant-based proteins to deliver a high-protein, low-carb meal that you can make in minutes.

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