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Orzo Kale Salad

Bright Orzo Kale Salad with Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette Delight

This Orzo Kale Salad is a colorful, nutritious meal packed with vitamins, featuring a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Dry Orzo substitute with couscous or quinoa
  • 2 cups Spinach packed, chopped; arugula or mixed greens can work
  • 2 cups Kale packed, chopped; any variety suitable
  • 1/2 cup Shaved Parmesan use nutritional yeast for dairy-free option
  • 1/3 cup Pumpkin Seeds sunflower seeds or nuts are alternatives
  • 1/3 cup Marinated Olives swap for canned beans like chickpeas
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil high-quality oil enhances taste
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest zest before juicing
  • 1 clove Garlic crushed
  • 1 tsp Honey use maple syrup for vegan alternative
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard contributes depth and emulsifies
  • Salt & Pepper to season to your preference

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Orzo: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add dry orzo and cook for 8-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. Prepare the Salad Base: Combine kale and spinach with cooled orzo in a large bowl. Add pumpkin seeds and marinated olives, then sprinkle with Parmesan.
  3. Make the Dressing: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Combine the Salad and Dressing: Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Top with extra pumpkin seeds and Parmesan as desired, serve immediately or let sit for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 11gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 430mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad can be enjoyed cold, warm, or at room temperature. Perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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