Orzo Salad with Chickpeas, Cucumbers, Lemon, Dill, and Feta is a light and refreshing dish that’s perfect for lunch, picnics, or potlucks. The combination of chewy orzo, creamy chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese makes every bite satisfying and full of texture. A squeeze of lemon and a touch of dill bring everything together with a bright, fresh flavor.
This easy salad is healthy, simple to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. You can prep it ahead of time and keep it chilled, which makes it ideal for warm-weather meals or meal prep during the week. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish or a light main course, this orzo salad is sure to impress.
Orzo Salad with Chickpeas, Cucumbers, Lemon, Dill, & Feta
Orzo Salad with Chickpeas, Cucumbers, Lemon, Dill, and Feta is a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for lunch, picnics, or potlucks. The combination of chewy orzo, creamy chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese makes every bite satisfying and full of texture. A squeeze of lemon and a touch of dill bring everything together with a bright, fresh flavor.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo pasta according to package directions. Drain the orzo and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking and to wash away some of the starches. Allow the pasta to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine orzo, chickpeas, cucumbers, feta, dill, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over salad and stir until ingredients are well coated. Serve immediately or chilled.
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