Description
Orzo Pasta Salad loaded with texture, flavor, and not a hint of boring
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 to 3/4 bag of orzo pasta
- Veggie stock (to cook the orzo)
- 2 big heads of broccoli
- 1/2 to 1 red bell pepper
- 3-4 celery stalks
- 1 bunch of spring onions
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/4 cup mixed dried berries (like cranberries, blueberries, or raisins)
Instructions
- Boil the orzo in veggie stock (adds great flavor).
- Once it’s done, rinse it under cold water and drain really well.
- Cut broccoli, red pepper, celery, and spring onions into small, bite-size pieces.
- In a big bowl, toss the cooked orzo with the chopped veggies, sunflower seeds, capers, and dried berries.
- Pour your favorite salad dressing over the top and mix it all together.
Pro tip:
Fig balsamic dressing takes it to the next level and is my all-time favorite
Why You’ll Love It:
It’s crunchy, fresh, a little sweet, a little tangy, and super easy to throw together. Great for lunches, potlucks, or just when you want something light but satisfying.
Notes
Prepared, tried, and tested by Esme from SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes, EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 268
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 1
