Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe

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Orzo Pasta Salad
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add orzo and gently stir to prevent sticking.
  3. Cook for about 10 minutes- add asparagus to pot during last two minutes.
  4. Drain; rinse with cold water.
  5. Drain again and bring to room temperature.
  6. Meanwhile combine vinegar, mustard, garlic, maple syrup, dill, chopped capers, salt and pepper in blend in mix.
  7. Slowly add oil and blend until mixture emulsifies.
  8. Place orzo, asparagus in a large bowl and toss with dressing.
  9. Refrigerate, covered for one hour.
  10. Remove 30 minutes before serving- gently stir in tomatoes, olives and pine nuts.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 246.3 Kcal (1031 kJ)
Calories from fat 160.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.88g 28%
Cholesterol 2.96mg 1%
Sodium 401.11mg 17%
Potassium 132.75mg 3%
Total Carbs 17.68g 6%
Sugars 7.71g 31%
Dietary Fiber 1.39g 6%
Protein 2.8g 6%
Vitamin C 2.5mg 4%
Iron 0.8mg 5%
Calcium 16.1mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 115.95 Kcal (485 kJ)
Calories from fat 75.75 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.42g 28%
Cholesterol 1.39mg 1%
Sodium 188.83mg 17%
Potassium 62.5mg 3%
Total Carbs 8.32g 6%
Sugars 3.63g 31%
Dietary Fiber 0.65g 6%
Protein 1.32g 6%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 4%
Iron 0.4mg 5%
Calcium 7.6mg 2%

* 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

  • 6.1
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

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