Description
Orzo Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant, nutrient-rich dish that combines the nutty flavor of orzo pasta with the earthy taste of fresh kale and spinach. This refreshing salad is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or enjoying a healthy lunch. The zesty lemon vinaigrette provides an irresistible brightness that complements the greens beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 2 cups chopped kale
- ½ cup shaved parmesan
- ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds
- ⅓ cup sliced marinated olives
- 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 boiling salted water for 8–12 minutes until tender. Drain and cool for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped spinach, kale, cooled orzo, pumpkin seeds, olives, and parmesan.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, crushed garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine.
- Serve topped with additional pumpkin seeds and parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 7mg