Orzo and Arugula Salad

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Whole wheat orzo salad with arugula and veggies in a unique cold summer salad. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and slivered almonds.

Submitted by ccb1122
Updated on November 27, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 (16 ounce) package whole-wheat orzo pasta

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 bunch green onions, sliced

  • 1 cup frozen corn

  • 1 cup dried cranberries

  • 1 cup sliced almonds

  • 1 cup arugula

  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

  • 2 1/2 teaspoons dried basil, divided

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • ½ cup canola oil

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • ⅓ cup white balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.

  2. Combine cooked orzo, bell pepper, green onions, corn, cranberries, almonds, arugula, Parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; set salad aside.

  3. Whisk together oils, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, sugar, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon basil in a medium bowl until dressing is well combined. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

649 Calories
37g Fat
69g Carbs
14g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 649
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37g 47%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 181mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 69g 25%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 14g 28%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 135mg 10%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 327mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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