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Healthy Lemon Orzo Salad

Zesty Healthy Lemon Orzo Salad That's Perfect for Summer

A refreshing Healthy Lemon Orzo Salad that pairs zesty lemon with fresh vegetables, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Cook al dente
  • 2 cups Fresh Vegetables Bell peppers, cucumbers, radishes
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin
  • 1 each Lemon Juice and Zest Freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Herbs Freshly chopped parsley or basil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • Large spoon
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the orzo in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop the fresh vegetables into small, uniform pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the cooled orzo with the chopped vegetables, folding in the crumbled feta and chopped herbs.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad, adding salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This salad stays fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge. Keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain texture.

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