Cucumber Lemon Orzo Salad

By LynneC

Ingredients

• For the Dressing:
• 8 ounces orzo pasta
• 1 cup thinly chopped cucumber
• 1/2 cup chopped green onion
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 cloves garlic, mashed
• A pinch of salt
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh mint

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Let it completely cool.

In a large bowl, combine the orzo with the rest of the ingredients.

In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, water, garlic, salt and minced fresh mint. Drizzle over the salad and serve immediately.

NOTES
If you are planning to make it ahead, don’t top it with the dressing. It’s better to prepare it right before serving the salad.