Description
Brighten your week with this Chickpea Orzo Salad! It’s refreshing and packed with flavor. Perfect for busy days or a light weekend treat. Trust me, the lemon-dill dressing is a game changer!
Ingredients
– 1 Cup Uncooked Orzo
– 1 (15 oz) Can Chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
– 1 English Cucumber (chopped; about 1 1/2 cups)
– 1 Cup Feta Cheese (crumbled; or substitute with vegan feta)
– 1/2 Cup Red Onion (diced)
– 1/2 Cup Raw Almonds (chopped)
– 1/3 Cup Olive Oil
– Juice of 1 Lemon (approximately 3 tablespoons)
– 1/4 Cup Fresh Dill (finely chopped)
– 1 Clove Garlic (mashed or minced)
– 2 Teaspoons Cumin
– 1 Teaspoon Sea Salt
– 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
1. Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil and cook the orzo according to the package instructions.
2. While the orzo is cooking, chop your cucumber and almonds, dice the onion, crumble the feta, and toss everything into a large bowl.
3. Once the orzo is cooked, drain it and give it a rinse under cold water to wash away excess starch. Add the drained orzo to the bowl with your veggies and cheese.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients until they’re well blended.
5. Pour the delicious dressing over the salad and toss everything together until it’s all nicely coated.
6. Serve immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Enjoy!
This salad is not just nutritious; it’s bursting with flavor and perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch!
Notes
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes, which is 30% less time than the average salad recipe!
With this quick turnaround, you’ll have a vibrant Chickpea Orzo Salad with Lemon-Dill Dressing ready to enjoy in no time!