Lemon Orzo Summer Salad

Dive into this lemon orzo salad, packed with cherry tomatoes that are rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, and a range of antioxidants like alpha-lipoic acid, lycopene, folic acid, beta-carotene, and lutein. This salad is not only delicious but also promotes brain and eye health. Enjoy the refreshing flavors while giving your mind and eyes a boost! 

Ingredients: 

• 1/2 cup cooked orzo pasta 
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 
• ½ pound of feta  
• 1 lemon, juiced 
• 1 medium cucumber, diced  
• 10 ounces cherry tomatoes  
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro 
• 1/2 cup pitted olives, halved 
• 1 cup canned or jarred and drained artichoke hearts 
• Salt and pepper 

Directions: 

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook orzo.  
2. In a bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.  
3. Drain pasta and add oil and lemon dressing. Mix thoroughly.  
4. Add cucumber, tomato, cilantro, olives, and artichokes. 
5. Refrigerate and let cool, then sprinkle with feta and add salt and pepper to taste.  

Serves 4.