Description
Orzo Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant, nutritious dish that beautifully combines nutty orzo pasta with fresh greens like kale and spinach, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion, from dinner parties to picnics, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins. With its bright flavors and hearty textures, it’s an ideal choice for a quick weeknight meal or as a make-ahead option for lunch. Enjoy the delightful explosion of flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 2 cups chopped kale
- ½ cup shaved parmesan
- ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds
- ⅓ cup marinated olives (sliced)
- ¼ 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 the orzo in salted boiling water for 8-12 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped kale and spinach with the cooled orzo, pumpkin seeds, olives, and parmesan.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, crushed garlic, honey, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg