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Easy Lemon Orzo Salad with Feta

A refreshing and light salad featuring orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and tangy feta cheese, perfect for a quick meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Orzo
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain the orzo in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and feta cheese.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add grilled chicken for extra protein if desired.

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