Lemon Orzo Pasta Salad: Refreshing, Easy Recipe for Any Occasion
A refreshing lemon orzo pasta salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Quick and easy to prepare!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to add in vegetables of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Lemon Orzo Pasta Salad