This vegan orzo salad is the perfect lunch or side dish for a summer barbeque party. The chickpeas add a good dose of plant based protein and the pine nuts add a buttery texture.
Vegan Mediterranean Orzo Salad
This vegan orzo salad is the perfect lunch or side dish for a summer barbeque party. The chickpeas add a good dose of plant based protein and the pine nuts add a buttery texture.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chickpeas
- 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup chopped canned/marinated artichokes
- 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1 roasted red pepper, chopped (or about ½ cup jarred roasted red peppers)
- 1/4 cup roasted pine nuts
Dressing
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package directions.
- Combine the remaining ingredients together for the salad. Mix well.
- Whisk together ingredients for the dressing. Pour over salad. Mix well.
- Refrigerate or serve warm.
Notes
Enjoy! Leave a comment below and let me know what you think of this recipe!
