Description
Orzo salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender orzo pasta, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or potlucks. This delightful salad bursts with flavor and color, ensuring every bite is a celebration of taste. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to enjoy warm or cold, orzo salad is perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your craving for something fresh and wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add orzo and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the veggies: While the orzo cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and finely chop red onion.
- Create the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Toss everything: In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo with prepared vegetables. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently.
- Add feta & parsley: Crumble feta cheese over the salad along with chopped parsley. Lightly toss again.
- Chill & serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg