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Summer Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad {vegan}

Foodie Loves Fitness
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Servings 6
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb orzo pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 6 oz artichoke hearts I prefer marinated ones
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1 green onion
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh lemon zest & lemon juice from 1/2 medium lemon
  • 1/2 TBSP agave nectar
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs I like basil and parsley
  • 1/2 TSP salt & 1/4 TSP pepper plus more to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the orzo pasta al dente according to directions.
  • Meanwhile, prep your veggies by dicing the bell pepper, artichoke hearts and green onion, slicing the cherry tomatoes and roughly chopping the arugula. Chop up the herbs, and place everything in a mixing bowl.
  • Lightly toast the pine nuts, then add them to the mixing bowl.
  • Also prep your dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, agave, lemon juice and zest, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Once the pasta is ready, drain it in a strainer and rinse with cold water.
  • Transfer the orzo to the mixing bowl with the produce. Drizzle in the dressing, and toss everything together well.
  • Taste test and add in salt and pepper to taste if you'd like.
  • Enjoy right away, or store the pasta salad in an airtight container in the fridge until it's ready to be eaten.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 11gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1.5gFiber: 6gSugar: 3g
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