Description
Delight in a vibrant, healthy orzo recipe that combines perfectly cooked whole grain orzo with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it ideal for any occasion. Serve it warm as a main course or chilled as a refreshing salad, and impress your family and friends with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole grain orzo
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the orzo: Boil salted water in a large pot, add orzo, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Prepare vegetables: While the orzo cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine warm orzo with chopped vegetables and feta cheese.
- 4. Add flavor: Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; stir until well combined.
- 5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste; adjust lemon juice for desired zing.
- 6. Serve: Plate the colorful dish; garnish with additional parsley if desired. Enjoy warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg