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Fresh Spring Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe

Fresh Spring Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe for Vibrant Gatherings

Enjoy a delightful Fresh Spring Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe that's colorful and perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Regular Orzo Pasta Whole wheat or gluten-free versions optional.
  • 1 cup Asparagus Chopped and blanched.
  • 1 cup Sweet Peas Fresh or frozen.
  • 2 Shallots Finely chopped.
  • 2 cups Fresh Arugula Fold in just before serving.
For the Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Can substitute with vinegar.
For Garnish
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese Can be omitted for a vegan option.
  • Salt & Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large pot
  • Colander
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the vinaigrette by warming the olive oil in a skillet, then sauté shallots until golden. Mix in lemon juice and set aside.
  2. Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Sauté chopped asparagus in olive oil until tender and bright green.
  4. Combine cooled orzo, asparagus, and vinaigrette in a mixing bowl and toss well.
  5. Fold in sweet peas and fresh arugula until well incorporated.
  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then crumble feta on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, make the vinaigrette ahead and add arugula right before serving.

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