Name: Big Mac Orzo Pasta Salad (Vegan Risoni Reipe)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dry orzo; 1 package vegan ground beef; 1/2 diced white onion; 1/3 cup sweet relish; 2 cups shredded lettuce; 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 2 batches vegan Big Mac sauce; 2 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish

Description

This orzo pasta salad is hearty and refreshing, perfect for summer gatherings, meal prepped lunches, or an easy crowd-pleasing dinner. It’s creamy from the homemade big mac sauce, satisfying from the tender orzo and vegan beef crumbles, and packed with savoury nostalgic flavour. Ready with minimal effort but tastes thoughtfully put together, all in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dry orzo
1 package vegan ground beef
1/2 diced white onion
1/3 cup sweet relish
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 batches vegan Big Mac sauce
2 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions. Strain and set aside.
Meanwhile, bring a medium skillet to heat and add vegan beef and onion. Cook until onions are translucent and beef is browned. Set aside to cool.
Add strained orzo pasta to a large serving bowl and mix with relish, vegan beef mixture, vegan cheese, shredded lettuce, and vegan Big Mac sauce. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using. Let fully cool in the fridge or serve immediately.