Description
Experience a burst of vibrant flavors with this Mediterranean Orzo Salad, perfect for any occasion. Combining tender orzo pasta with crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta, this salad is a colorful celebration on a plate. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, it’s sure to impress at summer picnics or dinner parties!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Orzo: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add orzo and cook until al dente (7-9 minutes). Stir occasionally.
- 2. Drain & Cool: Drain the orzo and rinse under cold water until cool to prevent mushiness.
- 3. Chop the Veggies: While cooling, halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and finely chop red onion.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked orzo with veggies and crumbled feta.
- 5. Prepare Dressing: Whisk olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- 6. Toss Together: Pour dressing over the salad mixture and gently combine until evenly coated.
- 7. Serve Immediately or Chill: Enjoy right away or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Feel free to add seasonal vegetables like zucchini or proteins such as grilled chicken or chickpeas for variety. For best results, always use fresh herbs.