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Lemon Herb Orzo Salad
A refreshing and light salad perfect for summer gatherings.
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Preparation Time:
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time:
10
minutes
mins
Total Time:
25
minutes
mins
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
250
kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1
cup
Orzo
¼
cup
Olive Oil
¼
cup
Lemon Juice
freshly squeezed
1
tablespoon
Lemon Zest
½
cup
Chopped Fresh Herbs
such as parsley, basil, and mint
1
cup
Cherry Tomatoes
halved
½
cup
Cucumber
diced
¼
cup
Red Onion
finely chopped
¼
cup
Feta Cheese
crumbled
to taste
Salt and Pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
3. Add the cooked orzo, chopped herbs, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese to the bowl.
4. Toss everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutritional Value
Calories:
250
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
30
g
|
Protein:
6
g
|
Fat:
12
g
|
Saturated Fat:
3
g
|
Cholesterol:
10
mg
|
Sodium:
200
mg
|
Potassium:
150
mg
|
Fiber:
3
g
|
Sugar:
3
g
|
Vitamin A:
500
IU
|
Vitamin C:
20
mg
|
Calcium:
100
mg
|
Iron:
2
mg
Keywords
Herb, Lemon, Orzo
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