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Orzo Pasta Salad

Vibrant Orzo Pasta Salad to Brighten Your Spring Meals

A delightful Orzo Pasta Salad featuring seasonal veggies, perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Can use whole wheat or gluten-free.
  • 1 cup Asparagus Chopped, blanched until bright green.
  • 1 cup Peas Blanched to keep fresh.
  • 2 cups Arugula Toss in just before serving.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Optional but recommended.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing and vinaigrette base.
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1 medium Shallots Finely chopped.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • medium skillet
  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Jar with lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fresh Spring Orzo Pasta Salad
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté shallots until golden and fragrant,
  2. Mix in lemon juice, salt, and pepper, let flavors meld.
  3. Cook orzo in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, drain, and cool.
  4. Sauté asparagus in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Combine cooked orzo, sautéed asparagus, and vinaigrette in a bowl.
  6. Fold in blanched peas and adjust seasoning.
  7. Fold in arugula right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Best served fresh; allow to sit for 15 minutes before serving for flavor fusion.

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