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Orzo Salad

Devashish
This vibrant Orzo Salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Packed with Mediterranean flavors and boasting an impressive 30g of protein per serving, this wholesome dish strikes the perfect balance between nutritious and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6
Calories 819 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl

Ingredients
  

Orzo Pasta Salad

  • 1 lb orzo pasta
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 14 oz artichoke hearts canned, drained and chopped
  • 2/3 cup Kalamata olives pitted and chopped
  • 2/3 cup dried Craisins
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons capers
  • 3 cups cooked chicken chopped

Dressing

  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup tarragon vinegar
  • 3 Tablespoons fresh tarragon chopped
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons dijon mustard

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain well and set aside to cool.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a bowl and stir well to combine.
  • Pour dressing over cooled orzo pasta and stir to combine.
  • Add remaining ingredients and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 819kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 641mgPotassium: 567mgFiber: 5gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 483IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 83mgIron: 4mg
Keyword light meal, pasta salad, summer dish
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