Spinach Orzo Salad Recipe

Recipe By The Spruce Eats

Orzo is making a comeback. Overshadowed for years by its smaller, cuter cousin couscous, orzo is looking to regain the title of everyone's favorite tiny pasta. Inspired by spinach and artichoke dip, this vibrant green orzo spinach salad is an easy hit. A welcome departure from the standard pasta salad, this dish makes a delightful addition to picnics and potlucks. All by itself, the salad makes for a light, but substantial lunch. At gatherings and dinnertime, it serves as a distinctive, yet versatile side dish. Its also a great vegetarian dish to have in your repertoire. Using freshly steamed artichoke hearts will give the dish nutty, buttery depth, but if thats too much work, canned artichokes are just finesimply rinse and drain before using. You may also be able to find prepared hearts in the fresh-packed area of the produce section. To really emulate the flavors of artichoke dip, substitute gruyere for the fontina and consider topping with freshly toasted breadcrumbs. For a hearty meal, pair with grilled poultry or pork, soup, or sandwiches.

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Ingredients for Spinach Orzo Salad Recipe

  • 1/4 Head Garlic
  • 1.25 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 2 ounce Orzo Pasta
  • 1.25 ounce Baby spinach
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1.50 ounce Artichoke Hearts
  • 3/4 ounce Fontina cheese
  • 0.08 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 0.06 cup Parsley
Nutrition
value
389
calories per serving
22 g Fat18 g Protein52 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    22g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Carbs
    52g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    52g
  • Protein
    18g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    22g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    271mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    1183mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    93mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    27mg
  • Vitamin E
    3mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    77mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    284mg
  • Selenium
    12mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By The Spruce Eats