Orzo Tomato Artichoke Salad

Orzo Tomato Artichoke Salad
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    57

A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring tender orzo pasta, juicy tomatoes, marinated artichoke hearts, and briny black olives, all tossed in a fragrant olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette. A touch of Parmesan cheese adds a savory finish to this delightful dish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    36 g
  • Cholesterol
    4 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    360 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the orzo well and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. (10 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View While the orzo is cooking, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and chopped fresh basil until emulsified. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. (5 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, quartered artichoke hearts, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and grated Parmesan cheese. (5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Pour the vinaigrette over the orzo mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. (2 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Garnish with additional fresh basil and Parmesan cheese before serving. The salad can be served immediately at room temperature or chilled for later. (3 minutes)

For a more intense flavor, marinate the artichoke hearts in a bit of the balsamic vinaigrette for at least 30 minutes before adding them to the salad.
Feel free to add other Mediterranean-inspired ingredients such as sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, or roasted red peppers.
If you don't have fresh basil, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of dried basil. Add a clove of minced garlic to the dressing for an extra kick.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 19 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Abbey Wilderman

    This salad is so refreshing and easy to make! I love the combination of flavors and textures.

  • Madalyn Waters

    I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal. Delicious!

  • Antonetta Franey

    I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.

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