Description
Lemon Honey Orzo with Feta is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines zesty lemon, sweet honey, and creamy feta cheese for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your guests. Brighten up your table with this delightful orzo salad that can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 medium fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot, add orzo, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Transfer warm orzo to a serving bowl. Pour dressing over it and mix well to coat.
- Add feta and parsley: Gently fold in crumbled feta and chopped parsley.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately as a warm dish or refrigerate for 30 minutes for a refreshing cold salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (175g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg