Description
A delicious and colorful orzo salad packed with fresh veggies, proteins, and a zingy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, shrimp, etc.)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for dressing)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for dressing)
- Salt and pepper to taste (for dressing)
- Optional: Fresh herbs like basil or parsley
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Boil it in salted water until al dente, drain, and rinse under cold water.
- Combine all your veggies, protein, and cheese in a large bowl.
- Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Toss it together: Pour the dressing over your salad and mix well to ensure everything’s coated.
- Chill or serve immediately. You can eat it right away, or let it sit for an hour in the fridge to let those flavors marry.
Notes
Don’t overcook the orzo and feel free to get creative with your ingredients!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg