Does meal planing often leave you feeling overwhelmed? School pick-up, practice drop-off, after school appointments, and afternoon errands are a recipe for #drivethrudinner. Don’t let the rush cause you to order a combo.

This Fall Harvest Salad will make as many servings as you need! Simply choose any desired amount of the following ingredients.

Ingredients

• Orzo pasta
• Greens (ie. chopped spinach or kale)
• Sliced apples
• Grilled chicken (or other protein of choice)
• Roasted brussel sprouts
• Roasted sweet potatos
• Dressing: olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt & pepper

Directions

1. Prepare orzo pasta and protein
2. While those are cooking, prepare any chopped veggies and roast
3. Once all ingredients are prepared, mix together in one bowl
4. To make the dressing, mix a 3:1 ratio of olive oil to balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp of honey, and salt & pepper to taste in a mason jar. Seal the lid and shake until well combined. Serve alongside prepared salad

Tips:

• Add any of your family’s favorite vegetables and use up any remaining veggies to reduce food waste and save money
• Mix it up by adding seasonal produce, such as cranberries or squash
• Add shredded cheese to the freshly cooked orzo pasta for a richer flavor

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