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TOASTED SESAME ORZO



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Make and share this Toasted Sesame Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ck2plz

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2/3 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 teaspoon reduced-calorie margarine
1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, washed and coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dry oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place sesame seeds in a small skillet. Cooke over medium heat until golden brown, stirring constantly. Set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to directions, omitting salt. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt margarine in medium skillet. Add spinach and garlic; cook over medium heat until spinach is wilted. Stir in milk, cheese, oregano, paprika, pepper and seeds; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 4.6, Sodium 62.3, Carbohydrate 23.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 0.9, Protein 5.9

LIGHT AND REFRESHING SESAME ORZO SALAD



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This is something that I came up with to take to a cookout today. Grilled salmon and steak were served, and this went very well with it and was well-liked. This has a very delicate and subtle flavor (it was described by one person as "light and refreshing," which is where the name comes from). I wanted something with an Asian feel but I didn't want to make an Oriental coleslaw - I love those, but I just wasn't in the mood for anything that sweet or vinegar-y. The bulk of the flavor comes from the sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds, so I don't think those two ingredients should be substituted. This salad can be served at any temperature, but I do strongly recommend refrigerating overnight since it takes time for the flavor to fully develop. I liked the light taste and "dryness" of the dressing, but feel free to make up more dressing if your tastes are different than mine. This would also be good with rice in place of the orzo. This filled up a 2.5 quart serving bowl. Cook time is refrigerator time.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     Peppers

Time 9h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/3 cups orzo pasta, uncooked
1 1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained
1/2 cup carrot, finely grated
1/2 cup fresh mung bean sprouts
1 (5 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
1/2 orange
2 tablespoons roasted sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons light sesame oil
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon ginger, minced
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Cook orzo pasta in boiling water for about 4 minutes.
  • Rinse with cold water and drain.
  • Place in a large bowl.
  • In a liquid measuring cup with a spout, mix the dressing ingredients together.
  • Slice the water chestnuts if they weren't presliced, and then cut the slices into quarters to make small pieces.
  • Add these to the bowl with the pasta.
  • Add the broccoli, onions, bell pepper, peas, carrots, and sprouts to the bowl, and mix gently but thoroughly.
  • Add the dressing and mix again.
  • Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  • Before serving, stir the salad up to remix it, and sprinkle sunflower kernals on top.
  • Thinly slice the orange and then cut the slices in half.
  • Stand these up around the edge of the bowl as a garnish.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.6, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 36.6, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 5.1

ORZO SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING



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Make and share this Orzo Salad With Sesame Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h8m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb orzo pasta, uncooked
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 carrots, cut into thin strips
2 cups raisins
1 cup sunflower seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
3/4 cup corn oil
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sesame oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • To make dressing: add all dressing ingredients to the container of an electric blender; process until smooth; set aside.
  • Cook the orzo in boiling salted water to cover for about 8 minutes or until tender; drain, rinse, and drain again.
  • In a mixing bowl, toss the orzo and 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
  • Spoon half the orzo mixture into a large glass serving bowl; spread evenly.
  • Top with half the carrot strips, raisins, and sunflower kernels.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Drizzle 1 cup Sesame Dressing over the top.
  • Sprinkle the parsley and green onion evenly over the top.
  • Serve with the remaining Sesame Dressing.

TOASTED ORZO WITH PEAS AND PARMESAN



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From Cook's Illustrated. This is supposed to be a side dish, but I would also consider serving this as a light meatless entree.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     Cheese

Time 29m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup onion, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced (2 teaspoons)
1 lb uncooked orzo pasta
3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable)
3/4 cup dry vermouth or 3/4 cup dry white wine
1 3/4 cups frozen peas
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
ground nutmeg, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; add onion and salt and cook, stirring frequently, until onion has softened and is beginning to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add orzo and cook, stirring frequently, until most of orzo is lightly browned and golden, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and add vermouth and chicken broth.
  • Go back to medium-high heat and bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until all liquid has been absorbed and orzo is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Gently stir in peas, cheese, nutmeg, and pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat and let it stand until peas are heated through, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.6, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 18.6, Sodium 478.1, Carbohydrate 51, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.3, Protein 16.2

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