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Zesty Lemon Orzo Pasta Salad

A vibrant dish bursting with bright citrus notes and refreshing ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and dressing
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Boil until tender and cool completely.
  • 1/4 cup olive oil For dressing.
  • 2 pieces lemons Juiced and zested for dressing.
Vegetables and cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 1/2 piece cucumber Diced.
  • 1/4 piece red onion Finely chopped.
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese Crumbled.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley Chopped.
Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the orzo pasta according to the package instructions, approximately 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain the orzo and allow it to cool to room temperature.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well blended.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the orzo is cooled, add it to the mixing bowl along with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  2. Gently toss the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and coated.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Make sure to allow the orzo to cool completely before assembling the salad for the freshest flavors. You can substitute quinoa or rice for a gluten-free option.

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