Description
Lemon Basil Greek Orzo Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that will impress your guests with its burst of flavors. This quick salad, ready in just 25 minutes, combines tender orzo pasta with an array of colorful vegetables and aromatic herbs, dressed in zesty lemon juice. Whether it’s served as a side at summer barbecues, a light main course for a quick meal, or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, this salad is both nutritious and delicious. With the added creaminess of feta cheese and the freshness of basil and spinach, every bite is a delightful experience. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste, Lemon Basil Greek Orzo Salad is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium sweet Vidalia onion
- 1 medium zucchini
- 15-ounce can garbanzo beans
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 1/2 English cucumber
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- Juice and zest of one lemon
Instructions
- Cook orzo in a large pot according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 3 minutes.
- Add zucchini and garbanzo beans; season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and oregano. Cook for another 3 minutes.
- Stir in pressed garlic; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Combine the sautéed mixture with the orzo in a large bowl.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted, then add cucumbers, tomatoes, basil, lemon zest, and juice.
- Gently mix in crumbled feta cheese.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; drizzle with more olive oil if desired.
- Serve immediately warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg