Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Greek Orzo that combines fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the orzo and let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- Add the cooked orzo to the bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the vegetables based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Greek Orzo, Mediterranean, Pasta Salad, Vegetarian Recipe