Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (for the orzo)
Total Time: 25 minutes
Estimated WW Points:
- Blue/Green/Purple Plan: 4–6 points per serving (based on reduced oil, cheese, and pasta portions)
Calories: ~200–250 kcal per serving
🛒 Ingredients
For the Stuffed Cucumbers:
- 2 large cucumbers, halved lengthwise and seeds scooped out – 0 points
- 1 cup cooked orzo pasta (measured after cooking) – ~5 points total
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved – 0 points
- ½ cup cucumber, diced – 0 points
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped – 0 points
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced – ~3 points
- ½ cup reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled – ~4 points
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped – 0 points
- 1 tbsp olive oil – ~4 points
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar – 0 points
- Salt and black pepper to taste – 0 points
For the Tzatziki Drizzle:
- 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt – 0 points
- ½ cucumber, grated and water squeezed out – 0 points
- 1 clove garlic, minced – 0 points
- 1 tsp olive oil – 1 point
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped – 0 points
- 1 tbsp lemon juice – 0 points
- Salt to taste – 0 points
👩🍳 Instructions
🥗 Step 1: Prepare the Greek Orzo Salad
- In a large bowl, mix cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley.
- Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and red wine vinegar, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.
- Let it rest for 5–10 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
🥣 Step 2: Make the Tzatziki Drizzle
- In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, 1 tsp olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix until creamy and well blended. Adjust salt or lemon to taste.
🥒 Step 3: Assemble the Stuffed Cucumbers
- Spoon the orzo salad into the hollowed cucumber boats, pressing lightly to fill.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce just before serving for best texture.
🍽️ Step 4: Serve
- Arrange on a platter. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for a refreshing touch.
📊 WW Points Breakdown (Per Serving Estimate):
| Ingredient | Total (for recipe) | Points per Serving (1/4 recipe) |
|---|---|---|
| Cooked orzo pasta | 5 points | ~1.25 points |
| Kalamata olives | 3 points | ~0.75 points |
| Reduced-fat feta cheese | 4 points | ~1 point |
| Olive oil (1 tbsp) | 4 points | 1 point |
| Olive oil (tzatziki) | 1 point | 0.25 point |
| Greek yogurt, veg, herbs | 0 points | 0 |
| Total per serving: | ~4–5 WW points |
✅ Tips to Reduce Points:
- Reduce or skip olives (optional: replace with chopped capers or extra cucumber).
- Use whole wheat orzo or even cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative.
- Use fat-free feta if available (lower points than reduced-fat).