Description
Orzo Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant, refreshing dish that beautifully marries wholesome ingredients with zesty flavors. This salad shines as a versatile option for any occasion, from casual lunches to elegant dinner parties. With tender orzo, fresh kale, and a bright lemon vinaigrette, it offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will impress your guests. Packed with nutrients and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this healthy salad fits seamlessly into any balanced diet while also being perfect for meal prep. Enjoy it cold, warm, or at room temperature—this salad is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 2 packed cups chopped kale
- 2 packed cups chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup shaved parmesan
- 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/3 cup sliced 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 the orzo in salted boiling water for 8–12 minutes until tender. Drain and cool.
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped kale and spinach with cooled orzo, pumpkin seeds, olives, and shaved parmesan.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients (olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, honey, dijon mustard) until well blended.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 7mg