Spring Pea & Feta Orzo Salad

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 10 minutes

Easter potlucks call for something fresh, vibrant, and easy to serve, and this Spring Pea & Feta Orzo Salad fits the bill perfectly! Bursting with sweet peas, tangy feta, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant herbs, it’s light yet satisfying. Tossed with a zesty lemon-dill dressing, this pasta salad is not only delicious cold but also travels well and can be made ahead.

A bowl of chilled orzo salad with bright green peas, crumbled feta, and fresh herbs

Unlike heavier, mayo-based pasta salads, this version is light and refreshing, making it the perfect complement to rich Easter dishes like ham and scalloped potatoes. The orzo pasta is small and easy to eat, while the peas, feta, and cucumbers add a fresh, crunchy contrast.

Best of all? No heating required! Just mix, chill, and serve straight from the fridge—meaning it’s stress-free and perfect for potluck travel. Whether you make it the night before or a few hours ahead, the flavors only get better as they meld together.

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Ingredients

🍽️ Servings: 8 • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 340

• 1½ cups orzo pasta

• 1½ cups frozen peas, thawed

• 1 cup cucumber, diced

• ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled

• ¼ cup red onion, finely diced

• ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped

• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

For the Dressing:

• ¼ cup olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

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Steps

Step 1

Cook the Orzo

• Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes).

• Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

Make the Dressing

• In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Assemble the Salad

• In a large mixing bowl, combine orzo, peas, cucumber, red onion, dill, and parsley.

• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Step 4

Finish & Chill

• Gently fold in crumbled feta and let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Make it your own!

• 🌰 Nutty Twist – Add toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds for crunch.

• 🍋 Extra Zing – Grate fresh lemon zest over the salad before serving.

• 🥑 Creamy Upgrade – Toss in diced avocado for a richer texture.

• 🌿 Herb Swap – Try mint instead of dill for a fresh new flavor.

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