Warm Orzo Lemon Salad Recipes

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LEMON ORZO



Lemon Orzo image

This lemon orzo salad recipe has a bright citrus flavor, thanks to the secret of adding lemon rind to the broth!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Entree     Lunch     Main Course     Pasta     Salad     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lemon (for juice and zesting)
1 cup orzo
2 ½ cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon fresh mint (finely chopped or 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley)

Steps:

  • Using a vegetable peeler, peel off two large strips of lemon zest.
  • Bring orzo, broth, oregano and lemon zest to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook 13-15 minutes uncovered until the orzo is tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in butter. Rest 5 minutes.
  • Juice half of the lemon over the orzo, add mint or parsley and stir. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 553 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

WARM ORZO LEMON SALAD



Warm Orzo Lemon Salad image

Looking to learn how to make quick & easy Italian Lemon Orzo Salad? Our healthy pasta salad is served warm topped wtih slices of bocconcini cheese.

Provided by Andrew Dobson

Categories     Appetizer     Salad

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup Spanish onion (minced)
16 oz Orzo pasta
2 cups Kale (packed down and sliced)
1 Zucchini (minced)
12 oz Spinach
2 tbsp Thyme
2 1/2 cups Chicken broth
1/2 cup Sherry
2 tbsp Lemon juice
1/2 tsp Lemon rind
1/2 cup Table cream
3/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated)
Salt & pepper (to taste)
1 cup Bocconcini (sliced)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onion and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the orzo. Cook until golden and toasted, about 3 minutes. Stir in the zucchini, spinach, kale, thyme and lemon zest. Cook until spinach is wilted. Add 1/2 cup broth, sherry and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Slowly add in the remaining broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Stirring often, simmer 9-10 minutes, or until the orzo is al dente and the dish becomes creamy.
  • Stir in the cream and Parmesan. Cook for another 3 minutes to thicken.
  • Serve Warm Orzo Lemon Salad family-style. Garnish with sliced Bocconcini cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Calories 682 kcal, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sugar 9.1 g, Carbohydrate 98.7 g, Sodium 730 mg, Protein 26.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ORZO VEGETABLE SALAD



Orzo Vegetable Salad image

Heading to a potluck and need something to share? Tangy lemon dressing over cool orzo and vegetables is everything you want in a light side dish. -Terri Crandall, Gardnerville, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
3 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup marinated quartered artichoke hearts, chopped
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh spinach
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon capers, drained
DRESSING:
1/3 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, artichokes, spinach, onions, cheese and capers. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients., Drain orzo and rinse in cold water. Add to vegetable mixture., Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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