Description
A refreshing Lemon Orzo Salad combining orzo pasta, roasted asparagus, and sweet peas, all drizzled with a tangy lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., parsley or basil)
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast in the oven for about 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Combine cooked orzo, roasted asparagus, green peas, lemon juice, lemon zest, and any fresh herbs if using in a large bowl.
- Mix well and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Always choose the freshest vegetables and herbs for maximum flavor and nutrition. Letting the salad chill in the fridge for an hour allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg