Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad
Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad balances briny Kalamata olives and creamy feta with a fresh, citrusy lift from lemon and oregano. Juicy tomatoes, crisp red bell pepper, and red onion add bright crunch, while parsley ties everything together in a herb-forward finish. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for lunch, potlucks, or as a vibrant side at dinner.
- Prep1 hr 30 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 6 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 23
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, olives, tomatoes, red pepper, red onion, garlic, oregano, and feta cheese. Let it sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly firm; drain and toss with the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.
- Calories 415.01 kcal High 21%
- Protein 13.72 g Good Source 27%
- Carbohydrate 47.58 g 17%
- Total Fat 20.08 g High 26%
- Saturated Fat 6.62 g High 33%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 26.83 mg Moderate 9%
- Sodium 891.77 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 6.46 g Good Source 23%
- Total Sugars 5.37 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 233.12 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 2.62 mg Moderate 15%
- Potassium 487.73 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 200.18 mcg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin C 57.11 mg Good Source 63%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lemon Feta Greek Orzo Salad is a Greek side dish recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Crumbled Feta Cheese, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Oregano, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 415.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad?
- It is a Greek salad recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Crumbled Feta Cheese, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Oregano, Fresh Parsley, Kalamata Olives. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad?
- About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 1 hr 30 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 415.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad healthy?
- Lemon-Feta Greek Orzo Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 415.01 calories and 13.72 g of protein, or 27% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 891.77 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.62 g (33% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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