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Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad

Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad – Your Perfect Summer Refreshment

Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad is a light and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup orzo cook until al dente
  • 2 count Persian cucumbers diced
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest freshly grated
  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp dill fresh, chopped
  • 2 tbsp parsley fresh, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese optional, crumbled

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil. Whisk together to create the dressing.
  3. Add the drained orzo to the bowl with the lemon dressing and toss gently to combine.
  4. Dice the Persian cucumbers and add to the orzo mixture with chopped dill and parsley. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If desired, fold in crumbled feta cheese.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Adjust herbs and seasoning to taste.

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