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lemon orzo salad with feta

Lemon Orzo Salad with Feta and Walnuts

Author: Courtney
A refreshing orzo salad full of lemon flavor that makes a delicious meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups orzo pasta prepared per package instructions
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh arugula washed, roughly chopped and stems removed
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts

Instructions
 

  • Prepare orzo per package instructions. Drain but do not rinse. Allow to cool 5 minutes. 
  • Meanwhile, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, zest, and garlic. Pour over orzo and stir well. 
  • Stir in arugula and crumbled feta. Top with toasted walnuts. Enjoy!
Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 13gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 149mgPotassium: 249mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 174IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 2mg
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