Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad combining orzo and coleslaw mix, enhanced with dried cranberries and toasted almonds, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Combine the coleslaw mix, cooked orzo, dried cranberries, and toasted almonds in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing in a separate bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine until all ingredients are well coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy your refreshing summer side dish!
Notes
For best results, taste the salad after mixing and adjust seasoning as necessary. Letting the salad chill enhances the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg