Description
The Best Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad is the ultimate summer dish that combines refreshing flavors with vibrant ingredients. This light and zesty salad features tender orzo pasta tossed with crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a tangy lemon dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a quick weekday meal, it offers versatility and nutrition in every bite. In just 18 minutes, you can whip up this delightful salad that’s sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dried orzo pasta
- 5–6 Persian cucumbers, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Feta cheese for topping
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon peel, salt, and pepper.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, diced cucumbers, dill, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
- 4. If desired, crumble feta cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg