Description
A refreshing and vibrant Lemon Dill Orzo Salad, perfect for summer gatherings or as a light meal, packed with fresh vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, lemon juice, fresh dill, diced cucumbers, and Feta cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use fresh dill for the best flavor. If you prefer a different cheese, you can substitute Feta with goat cheese or mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: salad, orzo, summer dish, vegetarian, lemon dill