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Lemony Greek Orzo Pasta Salad with vegetables and feta cheese

Lemony Greek Orzo Pasta Salad

A light and refreshing salad made with orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients

Pasta and Vegetables

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Preparation

  • Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.

Dressing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Assembly

  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad can be served as a light lunch, side dish, or at picnics. To store, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Consider keeping the dressing separate to maintain texture.
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