Description
This Easy Lemon Orzo Salad with Feta is a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for any meal. The combination of tangy lemon, salty feta, and fresh herbs makes this salad a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 cups orzo, uncooked
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 English cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, small diced
- 6 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
For the Dressing:
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon (about 1.5-2 oz juice)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
Instructions
- Cook Orzo: Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
- Prepare Vegetables: Chop and prep red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, garlic, parsley, and basil.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked orzo, chopped vegetables, garlic, herbs, lemon juice and zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
- Add Feta: Fold in crumbled feta cheese.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the salad until ready to serve. Toss again before serving and drizzle with extra olive oil if desired. Store refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- This salad is best served chilled.
- You can customize this salad by adding other vegetables or protein like grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
