Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, diced bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and cucumber.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle the feta cheese on top and garnish with fresh basil.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For a more filling option, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp. Adjust vegetables based on availability.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg