Description
The Best Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad is the ideal dish for warm summer days, bursting with freshness and vibrant flavors. With its light texture and refreshing taste, this salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a casual lunch at home. Featuring crisp cucumbers, fragrant herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing, this salad not only delights the palate but also offers a nutritious option that leaves you feeling satisfied without being weighed down. In just 18 minutes, you can whip up a colorful bowl of goodness that will impress your guests and elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dried orzo pasta
- 5-6 Persian cucumbers, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add salt. Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain using a colander.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, grated lemon peel, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In the same bowl (or another if preferred), combine the cooked orzo, diced cucumbers, dill, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cold preparation
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg