Lemon Orzo Salad with Asparagus and Tomatoes Recipe

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Lemon Orzo Salad with Asparagus and Tomatoes
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Directions:

  1. To one pot, add asparagus and blanch
  2. To second pot, add orzo and cook per package instructions. When tender, drain and place in a large bowl. Add blanched asparagus and tomato halves.
  3. Mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Stir into orzo and vegetables.
  4. Stir in parsley.
  5. This can be served war, room temperature or cold.
  6. Note: if you want to add cheese, add shredded Parmigiano Reggiano.
  7. Source: A Big Mouthful
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 257.35 Kcal (1077 kJ)
Calories from fat 179.24 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.92g 31%
Cholesterol 4.25mg 1%
Sodium 59.46mg 2%
Potassium 141.41mg 3%
Total Carbs 18.3g 6%
Sugars 9.07g 36%
Dietary Fiber 1.34g 5%
Protein 3.07g 6%
Vitamin C 2.7mg 5%
Calcium 8.5mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 174.95 Kcal (732 kJ)
Calories from fat 121.85 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.54g 31%
Cholesterol 2.89mg 1%
Sodium 40.42mg 2%
Potassium 96.13mg 3%
Total Carbs 12.44g 6%
Sugars 6.17g 36%
Dietary Fiber 0.91g 5%
Protein 2.09g 6%
Vitamin C 1.9mg 5%
Calcium 5.8mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.5
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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