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orzo salad with lemon and herbs

30-Minute Orzo Salad with Lemon and Herbs Your Tastebuds Will Love


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  • Author: Rosa
  • Total Time: 55 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing orzo salad with lemon and herbs, perfect for a light meal or side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook orzo in boiling water or vegetable broth according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add cooked orzo to the bowl and toss to coat.
  4. Stir in parsley, dill, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
  5. If using, sprinkle feta cheese on top.
  6. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute orzo with quinoa for a gluten-free option.
  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
  • The salad tastes best when served chilled.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg