Description
Spinach and Orzo Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that celebrates fresh flavors and textures. With tender orzo pasta mingling with crisp spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta, this salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a satisfying side at dinner parties. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, every bite bursts with brightness, making it a delightful addition to any meal. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, this salad will impress your guests and leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup orzo pasta (dry)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add orzo and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain but do not rinse.
- Prepare the vegetables: While the orzo cooks, chop spinach, halve cherry tomatoes, and dice cucumber.
- Make the dressing: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix cooked orzo with spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and dressing.
- Serve: Let sit for about 10 minutes before serving chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg