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Recommended by Garden View Café at United Hospital Center
Courtesy of USDA MyPlate
Fresh broccoli and strawberries are colorful additions to this refreshing summer delight. Lemon dressing brings a bright flavor to this pasta dish.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup orzo pasta (uncooked)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli (chopped)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (diced)
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar (or honey)
- poppy seeds (1 teaspoon, optional)
Instructions
- Cook orzo pasta according to directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine orzo pasta, broccoli, strawberries, and sunflower seeds. Drizzle with lemon poppy seed vinaigrette and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper. Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories: 153
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 31mg
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 4g
Makes 6 servings
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