Pesto Orzo Salad
Pesto Orzo Salad features orzo pasta tossed with pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp arugula. Perfect as a light main dish or a flavorful side for any meal.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 236kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups spinach leaves fresh
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup pesto sauce - prepared
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool slightly.
- Combine the cooked orzo pasta, spinach leaves, cherry tomatoes, prepared pesto sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss again to combine.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to come together before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 311mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 30g