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.

Prep Time
25 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
4
Calories
380 kcal
Instructions
- 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
While the orzo cooks, chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion.
~5 min - 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
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
Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and gently toss to combine. Stir in the chopped fresh mint and dill.
~2 min - 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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