Place the inner pot inside the Instant Pot. Switch on the sauté mode. Once the inner pot is hot, add olive oil.

Add the pasta and sauté well with the oil

Add water, salt and mix well. Cancel the sauté mode. Close the lid and keep the valve in sealing mode.

Select pressure cook mode and set it to high pressure for 4 minutes

After 5 minutes of NPR, followed by a quick release. Allow it to cool.

Add olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, diced cucumber, black pepper, salt, tomatoes and fresh herbs to cooked and cooled orzo.

Then add baby spinach and give a nice mix. Check the seasoning if needed add more and serve

Cook the orzo in sufficient boiling water with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and ½ teaspoon of salt for 8-10 minutes or as per package instructions.

Drain the pasta and add all the ingredients and mix well.

Serve immediately or refrigerate if you're making it in advance.