Description
Orzo Pasta Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is the ultimate summer dish that combines vibrant colors and refreshing flavors in every bite. This delightful salad features al dente orzo, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and creamy feta, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy. Bring sunshine to your table with this crowd-pleaser that promises smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled orzo with chopped vegetables and feta cheese. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette and toss gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg