Pesto Pasta Salad Meal Prep

Pesto Pasta Salad Meal Prep

This pesto pasta salad combines orzo pasta, chickpeas, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and a tangy pesto dressing for a fresh, nutritious, and easy meal prep option.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Lunch

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings meals

Ingredients

Dressing

▢ ¼ cup basil pesto from the jar (vegan if desired)
▢ ¼ cup red wine vinegar
▢ 1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Jars

▢ 1 19oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
▢ 1 cup dry orzo
▢ 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
▢ ¼ cup fresh basil (if you can't find it parsley will work or just omit)
▢ 4 handfuls arugula
▢ ¼ cup salted sunflower seeds

Instructions

Start by cooking the orzo al dente according to the package instructions.
When the pasta is cooked, rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
Mix together the basil pesto, vinegar, and olive oil. The olive oil and vinegar will help thin out the pesto to make it into a dressing.
Layer your jars by first adding the dressing, then chickpeas, cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and sunflower seeds.
Store in the fridge, and enjoy!

Notes

Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.

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