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Lemon Orzo Salad

A refreshing and zesty salad featuring orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy lemon dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Orzo
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Mix the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Combine
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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