“Orzo and Vegetable Salad” is an appealing, light yet nutrient-rich dish. Here’s the recipe and how to make it.
Ingredients
- Orzo: 1 cup
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber: 1/2 cup, diced
- Red Onion: 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Black Olives: 1/4 cup, sliced
- Feta Cheese: 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Fresh Cilantro: 1/4 cup, chopped
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Cook Orzo: Boil water in a pot, add a pinch of salt, then add orzo and cook until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Vegetables: While the orzo is cooking, prepare the vegetables as listed in the ingredients.
- Make Dressing: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Mix Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Add Dressing and Cilantro: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and mix well. Finally, add cilantro and gently toss.
This salad is perfect as a light meal or a side dish. It’s not only visually appealing but also delicious and nutritious.
Below is the illustrated image for the “Orzo and Vegetable Salad”. This salad is not only appealing in flavor but also very eye-catching with a mix of colorful ingredients. Hope you enjoy making this salad!
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