Lemon Orzo Asparagus Salad with Feta Recipe

Asparagus Orzo Salad is an easy and delicious salad that is made with whole-wheat orzo, fresh lemon, crisp asparagus, and feta.

INGREDIENTS

– asparagus – cooked whole wheat orzo – crumbled feta – Italian parsley – lemon – fresh lemon juice – plain yogurt – sugar – salt

STEP 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add asparagus and blanch for two minutes. Remove the asparagus with a slotted spoon to a sieve or colander and run under cold water to stop cooking.

STEP 2

Return the water to a boil, salt the water, and add the orzo. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes under the suggested time, approximately 9 minutes or until al dente.

Drain off the pasta water and run it under cool water to stop cooking.

STEP 3

In a large serving bowl, add orzo, asparagus, feta, and parsley.

STEP 4

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and yogurt. Whisk to combine and add to orzo pasta salad.

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