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Aegean Sunrise Feta & Honey Orzo Salad

This vibrant orzo salad captures the essence of a Greek sunrise with its tangy feta, sweet honey drizzle, and refreshing herbs. It's a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a light lunch or a stunning appetizer.

Aegean Sunrise Feta & Honey Orzo Salad

Prep Time

25 min

Difficulty

Easy

Servings

4

Calories

380 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the orzo pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

    ~12 min
  2. 2

    While the orzo cooks, chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion.

    ~5 min
  3. 3

    Crumble the feta cheese into a large bowl. Add the cooked and cooled orzo, chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion.

    ~2 min
  4. 4

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

    ~3 min
  5. 5

    Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and gently toss to combine. Stir in the chopped fresh mint and dill.

    ~2 min
  6. 6

    Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve in a serving bowl.

    ~15 min

Tips

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors will deepen beautifully.

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