Orzo and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese

Bright, zesty, and packed with Mediterranean flair, this Orzo and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese is the perfect side dish or light meal for any occasion. Featuring tender orzo pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy crumbled feta, this salad is tossed in a refreshing lemon-garlic dressing with a hint of red wine vinegar for extra vibrancy. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness, while a touch of red onion brings subtle sharpness to the mix. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful and flavorful dish is ideal for summer gatherings, meal prep, or a quick and healthy lunch. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for an irresistible Mediterranean-inspired experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.75 cup feta cheese
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

While the orzo is cooling, halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the cucumber into small cubes. Finely chop the red onion and parsley. Mince the garlic clove.

Step 3

In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well coated.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad and gently fold it in.

Step 7

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(954.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1490.6

Total Fat 70.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 100.1mg	0%
Sodium 2491.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 45.9g	0%

Vitamin D 18IU	0%
Calcium 689.0mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 1252.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 46.8%