SPRING ORZO SALAD WITH ARUGULA, ASPARAGUS, PINE NUTS

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This spring orzo salad is full of bright and fresh flavors that will make you happy from the very first bite! Crisp asparagus, spicy arugula, and flavorful pine nuts are all dressed in a springy basil lemon vinaigrette. It's a huge hit every time! Make it for your next party, you won't regret it!

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound (8 ounces) uncooked orzo
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 bunch (about 1 pound) asparagus, chopped into about 1-inch pieces
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 (14 ounce) jar quartered artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
1 (5oz) package baby arugula
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 batch Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook according to package directions. When cooked to al dente, drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add asparagus and season with salt and pepper. Cook until bright green and tender but still crisp. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, asparagus, artichoke hearts, arugula, Parmesan, pine nuts, and lemon basil vinaigrette. Stir to coat everything with the dressing.
  • Serve immediately.

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