Orzo Pasta Salad with Lemon Dressing and Crisp Veggies
Orzo pasta salad combines tender pasta, crisp vegetables, feta, and a light lemon dressing for a balanced, refreshing dish that works for meals, gatherings, or make-ahead lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium cucumber, diced
1/3 cup red onion, finely sliced
3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until tender, then drain and cool.
- Prepare tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and parsley in a bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooled orzo with vegetables.
- Pour dressing over and toss gently.
- Fold in feta cheese.
- Rest before serving.
Notes
Add extra lemon juice for brightness or more olive oil for richness. Works well chilled.