Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Sun Dried Tomato Orzo Pesto Salad, a quick and delightful dish perfect for summer gatherings or as a refreshing lunch option. This salad showcases the rich taste of sun-dried tomatoes combined with fresh veggies and creamy dairy-free pesto.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (gluten-free option available)
- 3 heaping tablespoons dairy-free pesto
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cucumber, diced
- â…“ cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienne
- â…“ cup dairy-free feta cheese (optional)
- 1 cup arugula
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the orzo cooks, dice the cucumber and chop the parsley.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, pesto, olive oil, cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes, chickpeas, feta (if using), parsley, arugula, and lemon juice. Mix gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for an hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg