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🍋🌿 Lemon Herb Orzo Salad 🌸

Orzo • Cherry Tomatoes • Cucumber • Feta • Lemon Dressing

A fresh, zesty spring salad bursting with color and brightness. Light enough to feel like sunshine in a bowl! ☀️

Ingredients:

1 cup orzo pasta

½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

½ cup cucumber, diced

¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

2 tbsp fresh mint leaves

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

Salt & pepper to taste

Optional: edible flowers, microgreens

Directions:

Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and let cool.

Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt & pepper.

Toss orzo with the dressing while still slightly warm.

Fold in cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley and mint.

Top with crumbled feta.

Garnish with microgreens or edible flowers for that spring touch. 🌸

Caption for Lemon8:

🌿✨ Day 20 of my Spring Ritual Series and we're keeping it fresh, bright & beautiful! This Lemon Herb Orzo Salad is giving ALL the spring vibes — zesty lemon dressing, juicy tomatoes, cool cucumber and creamy feta. Simple ingredients, gorgeous results! 🍋💚

Would you make this? Save this recipe and try it this week! 🌸

Hashtags:

#SpringRecipe #Lemon8Challenge #OrzoSalad #SpringRitualSeries #AEBOZStudio #FreshAndLight #LemonVibes #BrunchVibes #HealthyEats #SpringEats #springrecipe #lemon8challenge

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If you're looking to elevate your salad game this spring, this Lemon Herb Orzo Salad is a fantastic choice. What I love most about this recipe is how versatile the ingredients are—you can easily adjust the herbs to suit your taste or add other fresh produce like bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch and color. The combination of feta cheese and lemon dressing creates a creamy and tangy balance that’s both satisfying and light. When preparing orzo, try rinsing it briefly with cold water after cooking to cool it down faster and prevent sticking, especially if you want to serve the salad chilled. Tossing the orzo with the lemon dressing while still warm allows the pasta to absorb flavors deeply, making each bite more flavorful. Adding fresh herbs like parsley and mint provides a fragrant quality that elevates the freshness of this salad. For an extra nutritious boost, consider incorporating some leafy greens such as baby spinach or arugula. If you enjoy a hint of spice, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes can add a nice kick without overpowering the delicate flavors. Garnishing with edible flowers or microgreens not only makes the salad visually stunning but also adds subtle floral and earthy notes. This salad is perfect for meal prep or as a side dish for brunches and picnics. It pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or seafood for a complete and healthy meal. Overall, this orzo salad is a celebration of simple, fresh ingredients coming together in a bright, lemony harmony—ideal to bring a sense of sunshine to your plate any day.

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