Name: Greek Lemon Orzo Salad (Risoni)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup / 200 g risoni / orzo pasta; 350 g / 12 oz cherry tomatoes (, halved (or 2 large tomatoes)); 2 Lebanese / Persian cucumbers (, diced); 150 g / 5 oz firm feta (, cut into 1/2cm/ 1/2" cubes); 1/4 - 1/2 red onion (, cut into wedges and sliced thinly); 1 green capsicum/bell pepper (, cut into 3 cm / 2.25" strips (Note 1)); 150 g / 5 oz whole black olives (, seed in (adjust qty to taste)); 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 2 tsp lemon zest; 3 tbsp lemon juice; 5 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp Dijon mustard ((or other mild mustard)); 1 garlic clove (, minced); 1 tsp sugar; 1/2 tsp salt; Black pepper

A fabulous side, great for taking to gatherings, and substantial enough to have as a meal, this Lemon Orzo Salad tastes like a Greek Salad with a bright zesty lemon dressing! As vegetable sizes can differ, adjust the quantities to your taste.

Greek Lemon Orzo Salad (Risoni)

orzo pasta

350 g / 12 oz cherry tomatoes

Lebanese / Persian cucumbers (, diced)

onion

green capsicum/bell pepper (,

oregano

lemon

lemon juice

olive oil

Dijon mustard

garlic (, minced)

tsp sugar

tsp salt

Black pepper

Place Dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well. Set aside for 10+ minutes.

Cook orzo / risoni per packet directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop them cooking further. Drain well.

Place orzo and remaining Salad ingredients in a bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat. Serve!

greek lemon orzo salad (risoni)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total: 10 minutes

Servings: 6

Cost: $7.94 /serving

Author : Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

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