Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Orzo Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette, a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This salad features chewy orzo pasta combined with nutrient-rich kale and spinach, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette that elevates the fresh ingredients. With its mix of textures and colors, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also adds a stunning visual to your meal. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic, preparing a quick weeknight dinner, or attending a potluck, this versatile recipe is sure to impress. Enjoy it as a main course, or pair it with grilled chicken or roasted vegetables for an extra hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 1/2 cup shaved parmesan
- 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/3 cup marinated olives
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice from 1 lemon, about 3 tbsp
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water for 8-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, kale, cooled orzo, pumpkin seeds, olives, and parmesan.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, crushed garlic, honey, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 8mg