MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA AND ORZO SALAD
This easy Chickpea and Orzo Salad recipe has all the flavors of the Mediterranean- olives, feta, sun dried tomatoes, and garlic- with an awesome crunch from toasted almonds. It's packed with fiber and nutrients and is great as a side at a potluck or an entire meal.
Provided by Elizabeth Lindemann
Categories Pasta Salad
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook orzo (1 cup) in boiling water with 1 teaspoon of the salt until al dente.
- Drain and return to pot, and stir with 1 tablespoon olive oil and greens. Allow greens to wilt from the heat of the pasta, stirring occasionally. Allow mixture to cool for at least ten minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, minced garlic clove, and lemon juice to make the dressing in the bottom of a large bowl
- Add the remaining ingredients and cooled orzo mixture, to the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat.
- If you have time, allow salad to sit for at least thirty minutes (or overnight) in the fridge before serving to allow flavors to marry.
- Serve drizzled with extra olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 2343 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ORZO SALAD
This orzo salad recipe is a fresh, delicious side dish or vegetarian lunch! If you make it ahead of time, save the herbs to add at the last minute. I also recommend tossing the salad with a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Provided by Jeanine Donofrio
Categories Main dish or side dish Salad
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the pasta according to the package directions, or until slightly past al dente. Drain the orzo and toss it with a little olive oil, so that it doesn't stick together. Spread onto a baking sheet to cool.
- Prepare the Greek Salad Dressing and add in the red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, and sea salt.
- In a large bowl, toss together the cooked orzo, cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, feta, red onion, and olives. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, add half the herbs, season with freshly ground black pepper, and toss to coat. Garnish with the remaining herbs and serve.
MINTED ORZO SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS AND FETA
A deliciously easy orzo salad with bright lemon vinaigrette, fresh mint, basil, and feta cheese that's great served hot or cold! This one is sure to please a crowd!
Provided by Andie Mitchell
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Boil the orzo in the chicken broth until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Combine the orzo with the chickpeas, feta, red onion, celery, basil, and mint in a large bowl.
- Combine all vinaigrette ingredients in a blender and pulse until well combined and emulsified. Pour over the orzo salad and toss to coat. Let stand for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend before serving at room temperature or even chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CRISPY ORZO SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, tapenade, vinegar, oregano and chili paste in a large bowl. Season with the salt.
- For the salad: Add the chopped romaine, roasted red pepper, fennel, provolone and salami to the dressing. Toss well to coat.
- For the pasta: Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the par-cooked pasta and fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove to a paper towel-lined plate and season with the salt. Sprinkle the crispy orzo over the top of the salad and serve.
SPINACH-ORZO SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS
The first version of this salad was an experiment in mixing together some random ingredients I had on hand. It was a success, and several people at the party asked for the recipe...which meant I had to re-create it! It's healthy, delicious and perfect for warm-weather days. -Glen White, Kissimmee, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in orzo; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until al dente, 8-10 minutes., In a large bowl, toss spinach and warm orzo, allowing spinach to wilt slightly. Add tomatoes, chickpeas, parsley and green onions., Whisk together dressing ingredients. Toss with salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PERFECT GREEK ORZO SALAD
Make and share this Perfect Greek Orzo Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Christines Yellow K
Categories Greek
Time 30m
Yield 7-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine cucumber, feta, black olives, tomatoes & parsley.
- Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo as directed on box. Drain and rinse with water to cool. Return pasta to pot (pot should be cooled down). Mix cucumber mixture into orzo.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients and pour over salad. Mix well to combine. Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving.
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