Garden Herb Orzo Salad Recipe

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Garden Herb Orzo Salad
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Ingredients
14
Count
Nutrition
191
Calories
Total time
54
Minutes
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook orzo according to directions for al dente. I used Garafalo brand orzo and it cooks perfectly in 9 minutes.
  2. While orzo is cooking, chop the red onion, Kalamata olives and Roasted Red Peppers. I don't chop too finely, but that is a matter of personal choice.
  3. Once the orzo is done, drain it and put it into a large work bowl.
  4. While orzo is hot, add 1/4 of the bottle of Newmans's Balsamic Vinaigrette. Stir.
  5. Next, while the orzo is still hot, add the goat cheese. IF the cheese comes in a log, you may want to slice it before adding. Blend.
  6. It's important to add the goat cheese while the orzo is hot. This allows it to blend and become part of the dressing. It takes a few minutes to make sure the goat cheese and dressing blend well. There will not be a lot of sauce. The pasta may be a bit dry at this point.
  7. Once the goat cheese is all blended, add the olives, onion and peppers. Mix well.
  8. Add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil and mix. Salad will not be very wet. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
  9. Gather the fresh herbs, rinse them and finely chop. You should have about 1/4 cup once all the herbs are finely chopped.
  10. Add the herbs to the salad and blend.
  11. Add another 1/4 of the bottle of balsamic dressing and mix.
  12. Salt & pepper to taste. I don't use too much salt as I feel the olives can be somewhat salty.
  13. You can add a bit more olive oil if needed. I usually add a few splashes at the end.
  14. This salad is not dripping in dressing. If you prefer more liquid, feel free to use more of the balsamic dressing.
  15. I let this salad rest for a few hours for flavors to meld.
  16. I think it is best served at room temperature.
  17. Feel free to experiment with whatever herbs you like or have on hand. I think the key is to use fresh herbs for this salad.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 191 Kcal (800 kJ)
Calories from fat 80.28 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.92g 14%
Cholesterol 11.81mg 4%
Sodium 412.95mg 17%
Potassium 75.28mg 2%
Total Carbs 8.43g 3%
Sugars 2.73g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1.21g 5%
Protein 4.35g 9%
Vitamin C 20.5mg 34%
Iron 5.6mg 31%
Calcium 103.2mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 155.5 Kcal (651 kJ)
Calories from fat 65.36 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.26g 14%
Cholesterol 9.62mg 4%
Sodium 336.21mg 17%
Potassium 61.29mg 2%
Total Carbs 6.87g 3%
Sugars 2.22g 11%
Dietary Fiber 0.98g 5%
Protein 3.54g 9%
Vitamin C 16.7mg 34%
Iron 4.5mg 31%
Calcium 84mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.3
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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