Orzo Salad With Cranberries & Pecans

Orzo Salad With Cranberries & Pecans recipe pinit

Orzo is a small, rice-shaped pasta that is popular in Mediterranean cuisine. It is often used in salads and pilafs.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1280
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cook the orzo according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and crumbled feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the orzo salad and toss to combine.
  4. Cover the salad and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 8g
Protein 8g16%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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