Description
A vibrant salad featuring orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and feta, perfect for spring gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and feta cheese, mixing them gently.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine everything evenly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your refreshing spring orzo salad!
Notes
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Pairs well with grilled chicken or seafood.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg