Lemony Orzo-veggie Salad With Chicken

Total Time: 20 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup orzo pasta
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove
• 1/4 teaspoon honey
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/2 cup english cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/3 cup green onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled

Recipe

• 1 cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. drain and rinse with cold water; drain and place in a large bowl.
• 2 while orzo cooks, combine lemon rind and next 6 ingredients (through black pepper), stirring well with a whisk. drizzle juice mixture over orzo; toss to coat. add chicken and next 4 ingredients (through dill); toss gently to combine. sprinkle with cheese.