1) In a medium sized saucepan, add the chickpeas and cover with water. Simmer until the chickpeas are tender, about 25 minutes. Rinse the chickpeas with cold water and refrigerate until ready for use.
2) Cook the orzo pasta according to the package directions. Chill in the refrigerator until ready for use.
3) Prepare the dressing by combining the olive oil and lemon juice
4) Assemble the salad by combining the orzo pasta, chickpeas, red onion, cucumber and lemon dressing. Top with the basil and any other fresh herbs, if desired. Add the salt, pepper, and lemon zest to taste.
You can cook and cut up chicken as well or have with a rotisserie chicken,
Ingredients
Directions
1) In a medium sized saucepan, add the chickpeas and cover with water. Simmer until the chickpeas are tender, about 25 minutes. Rinse the chickpeas with cold water and refrigerate until ready for use.
2) Cook the orzo pasta according to the package directions. Chill in the refrigerator until ready for use.
3) Prepare the dressing by combining the olive oil and lemon juice
4) Assemble the salad by combining the orzo pasta, chickpeas, red onion, cucumber and lemon dressing. Top with the basil and any other fresh herbs, if desired. Add the salt, pepper, and lemon zest to taste.
You can cook and cut up chicken as well or have with a rotisserie chicken,