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Joe Rooney

Lemon Orzo Salad Recipe: Easy Fresh and Delicious

This Lemon Orzo Salad is a bright and refreshing dish featuring orzo pasta tossed with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese. Dressed in a sweet and zesty lemon vinaigrette, it’s perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 336

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups dried orzo pasta approximately 12 oz
  • 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes sliced in half or quartered if they're large
  • 1 cup chopped cucumbers I like to use the mini cucumbers and slice them in rounds
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/3 – 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 6 oz crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large clove garlic pressed grated or very finely minced
  • 4 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook the orzo until it reaches al dente according to the package instructions.
  2. Drain the cooked orzo in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool it down, letting it drain thoroughly.
  3. Transfer the drained orzo to a spacious mixing bowl and add the cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, parsley, and crumbled feta cheese.
  4. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, fresh lemon juice, honey, kosher salt, and black pepper until well blended.
  5. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the orzo mixture and gently fold everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
  6. Serve the salad right away or refrigerate it covered for up to four days to enjoy chilled flavors.

Notes

  • This recipe yields about 8 servings but can be divided into smaller portions as needed. Store any leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 4 days for best freshness. Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on ingredient brands.