Ingredients:
6 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
3/4 teaspoon lemon zest
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 teaspoons honey
1 medium cucumbers, seeded and chopped ( 1 1/4 cups)
2 Italian plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup red onions, chopped
12 medium pitted ripe olives, halved
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Directions:
Cook orzo according to package directions.Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, oil, mustard and honey.Whisk until well mixed. Set aside.
In large bowl, combine cooked orzo and remaining ingredients except feta cheese. Pour dressing over salad;toss gently until well mixed. Sprinkle with feta cheese. Chill.
Serve on lettuce lined plate if desired.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 25 min.
Time total: 55 min.