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Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad

Fresh, vibrant and so easy to make, this cucumber lemon orzo salad is a perfect summer side dish. Full of flavor and it can be made ahead of time in minutes

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 258 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces orzo pasta dried
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 5-6 Persian cucumbers diced
  • ¼ cup fresh dill chopped
  • ¼ cup parsley chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • feta cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook until al dente according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
  2. Drizzle the olive oil, lemon juice and lemon zest over the cooked orzo pasta and toss to combine. Set aside while preparing the cucumbers and herbs.
  3. Add the diced cucumbers on top of the orzo salad along with the chopped dill and chopped parsley. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper, as needed. Add feta cheese, if desired.
  4. Enjoy warm immediately or cover and refrigerate until cool, about 1 hour.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 4 days in the fridge.
  • Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However here are some common substitutes that would work well in this recipe.
  • Use any short cut pasta instead of orzo.
  • Use any red win vinegar or apple cider vinegar instead of lemon juice; the acidity is important for flavoring the salad.
  • Use any other fresh herbs instead of dill and parsley.

Nutrition Information

Calories 258kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 29mg (1%) Potassium 463mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 542IU (11%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 59mg (6%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 258

% Daily Value*

Calories 258kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 29mg 1%
Potassium 463mg 10%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 542IU 11%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 59mg 6%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.