Lemon Orzo Salad with Feta
Lemon Orzo Salad with Feta is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the bright zing of lemon with creamy feta and tender orzo pasta. Bursting with fresh vegetables, this easy-to-make salad can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side at gatherings. Its colorful presentation and customizable flavors ensure that it appeals to all taste preferences, whether served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine diced cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled orzo to the bowl with vegetables and pour the dressing over it.
- Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese until well mixed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg