Craving a dish that’s as vibrant as it is delicious? Meet your new favorite orzo salad—bursting with zesty lemon, fresh herbs, and salty goodness.
This Easy Lemon Orzo Salad is my go-to orzo salad recipe, and I‘m going to be bold and say it is the best you will ever taste. This crowd-pleaser isn’t just tasty; it’s incredibly versatile. Toss in your favorite protein, and you’ve got a complete meal. The best part? It gets even more flavorful as it sits, making it perfect for meal prep or sharing at gatherings. Get ready to discover the orzo salad you’ll want to make again and again!
What You Need:
- 1 package of orzo
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), diced
- 1 large English cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1 large bushel of fresh dill
- Other fresh leafy herbs of your choosing (I like mint, basil, and parsley)
- 1-3 cups of olives (I like to use a mix of green and black)
- 1 large block of fresh feta cheese
- 1 bag of fresh spinach
- 3 lemons
- Olive oil
- Salt
What You Do:
1. Prepare Orzo:
Prepare the orzo according to the package and set aside.
2. Prepare Dressing:
a) Zest the lemons (set aside); b) Juice the lemons, strain any seeds, and add an equal amount of olive oil to the juice with 1 tsp of salt; c) Mix vigorously until fully emulsified.
3. Combine Ingredients:
a) Add dressing and zest to the orzo and mix well; then stir in the diced peppers and cucumber – set aside; b) Finely chop all herbs, olives, and feta, and then add to the orzo – mix well; c) Stir in the fresh spinach and serve.
Note: You may need to separate into two bowls for mixing.
