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    Lemon Orzo Salad

    Published: Sep 23, 2022 by Mariah Mandile

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    Lemon Orzo Salad is a simple and refreshing side dish that goes well with a variety of meals! It's made with fresh produce like cilantro, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers. Plus, this recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free!

    Lemon orzo salad with fresh vegetables in the background.

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    Why you'll love this recipe!

    • It's made with simple, fresh ingredients.
    • Great way to use up summer produce.
    • Easy to prepare.
    • Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free.
    • Great for meal prep.

    🍴Ingredient Notes

    Gluten-free orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, lemon slices, red onion, cilantro, and spices measured out.
    • Orzo Pasta - For this recipe I used a gluten-free Cassava Flour Orzo by Jovial. Any Orzo will work though!
    • Vegetables - You'll need English Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, and Red Onion.
    • Chopped Cilantro - Freshly chopped cilantro works best with this recipe.
    • Lemon Juice - I recommend using freshly squeezed lemon juice. Save a slice to garnish the salad with!
    • Olive Oil - I would not swap for any other oil.
    • Seasoning - You'll need a combo of Salt, Garlic Powder, and Black Pepper.

    Recipe Variations

    You could also add chopped kalamata olives, dairy-free feta, chickpeas, arugula, or basil in place of the cilantro! (I know not everyone is a fan.)

    🍴How to make Lemon Orzo Salad

    Step 1: Cook Orzo

    Start by cooking orzo according to instructions on the box. When it's ready, drain water and set aside to cool.

    Step 2: Add in Vegetables

    Next add cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber into a bowl with orzo. Mix together.

    Lemon orzo salad ingredients in clear glass bowl.

    Step 3: Make Dressing

    In a small bowl whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.

    Step 4: Assemble Salad

    Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad and mix until evenly coated. Serve chilled.

    Mixed lemon orzo salad in clear glass bowl.

    Expert Tips

    • Add a little olive oil to the orzo when it's cooling. This will prevent it from sticking. I also recommend stirring it a few times while it's cooling.
    • Soak chopped red onions in water before adding to the salad to minimize the potent flavor.
    • If you don't use an English Cucumber, I suggest removing the seeds.
    • Chill the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the orzo to absorb all the flavors.

    Serving Suggestions

    This dish goes well with a variety of summer recipes! It's great with grilled chicken or grilled steak, homemade burgers, chicken kabobs or steak kabobs! You could also serve it with a Lemon Roasted Chicken.

    Close up of lemon orzo salad with fresh lemon.

    How to store leftovers

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    More side dish recipes!

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    After you make this Lemon Orzo Salad, make sure to leave a comment & rate the recipe!

    Recipe

    Lemon orzo salad with fresh vegetables in the background.

    Lemon Orzo Salad

    Lemon Orzo Salad is a simple and refreshing side dish that goes with a variety of meals! It's made with fresh produce like cilantro, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers. Plus, this recipe is gluten free and dairy free!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 202 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 Ounces Orzo
    • 1 English Cucumber, Cubed
    • 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes, cut in half
    • ½ Cup Diced Red Onion
    • ⅓ Cup Chopped Cilantro
    • ¼ Cup Lemon Juice
    • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
    • 1 Teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Start by cooking orzo according to instructions on the box. When it's ready, drain water and set aside to cool.
    • Next add cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber into a bowl with orzo. Mix together.
    • In a small bowl whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
    • Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad and mix until evenly coated. Serve chilled.

    Notes

    Expert Tips

    • Add a little olive oil to the orzo when it's cooling. This will prevent it from sticking. I also recommend stirring it a few times while it's cooling.
    • Soak chopped red onions in water before adding to the salad to minimize the potent flavor.
    • If you don't use an English Cucumber, I suggest removing the seeds.
    • Chill the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the orzo to absorb all the flavors.
    ** See full post for more information & step by step photos.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 202kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 395mgPotassium: 249mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 235IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
    Keywords gluten free orzo salad, lemon orzo salad
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