Orzo Feta and Tomato Salad

Bright, fresh, and endlessly satisfying, this Orzo Feta and Tomato Salad is the ultimate blend of Mediterranean flavors and effortless prep. Featuring tender orzo pasta as the base, this dish is elevated with juicy grape tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy feta cheese, and a hint of red onion for a bold bite. A zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh parsley ties everything together, creating a perfectly balanced salad that's light yet full of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight side dish, a make-ahead lunch, or a vibrant addition to potlucks and picnics. Serve this chilled or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing treat that celebrates the vibrant essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect keywords for this recipe: Mediterranean orzo salad, quick salad recipe, feta and tomato salad, summer side dish, easy picnic recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1.5 cups grape tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.75 cup feta cheese
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta.

Step 2

While the orzo cooks, halve the grape tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red onion and parsley.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled orzo, grape tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.

Step 7

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve cold or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	862.2 grams (862.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1489

Total Fat 70.70g	91%
Saturated Fat 21.70g	109%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 2505mg	109%
Total Carbohydrate 177.40g	65%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 14.70g
Protein 44.80g	90%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 667mg	51%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1065mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 46.5%