Simple Homemade Garlic Lemon Orzo Salad with Fresh Herbs

Ingredients

• •1 cup orzo pasta
• •2 tablespoons olive oil
• •2 garlic cloves, minced
• •1 lemon, juiced (approximately 3 tablespoons)
• •1 teaspoon lemon zest
• •1/4 teaspoon salt
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• •1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large skillet or pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

4. 4

   Stir in the cooked orzo to coat it with the garlic and olive oil mixture.

5. 5

   Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.

6. 6

   Add the chopped parsley, basil, and dill, and toss until well incorporated.

7. 7

   Transfer the orzo salad to a serving dish and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese if desired.

8. 8

   Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or light meal.