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Best Orzo Pasta Salad

Best Orzo Pasta Salad

A fresh Mediterranean-style pasta salad made with orzo, vegetables, herbs, and lemon dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • Pasta:
  • 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
  • Vegetables:
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • ½ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup bell pepper diced
  • Cheese & Herbs:
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • Dressing:
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cook orzo pasta until tender and drain.
  • Prepare chopped vegetables.
  • Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and seasoning.
  • Combine pasta, vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese.
  • Toss with dressing and chill before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook the orzo
Chill the salad before serving for the best flavor
Adjust seasoning as needed
Garnish with extra herbs and feta