Spinach Orzo Pasta Salad Recipes

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SPINACH ORZO SALAD



Spinach Orzo Salad image

This incredibly tasty salad couldn't be any easier to put together, and since it feeds a bunch, you won't have to double the recipe for potlucks or picnics. Chill it for about an hour to bring out all the fresh flavors. Donna Bardocz - Howell, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups), finely chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3/4 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain ozo; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine spinach, onion, cheese and orzo. Mix vinaigrette, basil and pepper; toss gently with spinach mixture. Refrigerate until serving. Stir in pine nuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SPINACH ORZO PASTA SALAD



Spinach Orzo Pasta Salad image

The perfect side dish for any picnic, cookout or potluck, this spinach orzo pasta salad is easy to make and full of fresh and bold flavors.

Provided by Betty Davies

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 cherry tomatoes on the vine
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup fresh basil leaves ((packed))
1 tablespoon sugar
juice of 1 lemon
salt and pepper (added to taste)
2 cups orzo pasta
4 ounces baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Pre heat the oven to 390F / 220c.
  • Place the tomatoes on a parchment lined tin, drizzle with a little oil and roast for 15 to 20 minutes until soft. Place to one side.
  • Add the oil, basil, sugar and lemon juice to a blender. Blend on high speed until well mixed.
  • Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions; cook in salted boiling water for 5 to 6 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking, roughly chop the baby spinach.
  • Drain the spinach and transfer to a large bowl. Stir the spinach in straight away so that the pasta is still warm and the spinach wilts a little.
  • Pour over the basil oil and stir until combined.
  • Let sit for 30 minutes before serving with the roasted tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 17 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD



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A light, easy-to-make salad that's pleasing to the palate.

Provided by Christine R.

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach leaves, finely chopped
½ pound crumbled feta cheese
½ red onion, finely chopped
¾ cup pine nuts
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ cup olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 349.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD



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Provided by Liza Schoenfein

Categories     Salad     Pasta     Side     Sauté     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Feta     Spinach     Spring     Summer     Self     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces baby spinach leaves
1 pound cooked orzo
1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, roughly chopped
4 ounces chopped feta or haloumi cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In a small pan, warm oil over medium-low heat. Sauté garlic until lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer garlic and whatever oil remains in the pan to a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons juice, 2 teaspoons zest, salt and pepper; whisk to combine. Add spinach and toss lightly. Add orzo, olives, cheese, onion and mint. Toss to combine; serve.

GREEK ORZO PASTA SALAD WITH SPINACH



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Another light summer orzo salad, with fresh spinach and toasted pignoli nuts. A wonderful side dish for those summer BBQ's!!

Provided by Cookin in NJ

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 22m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups orzo pasta, uncooked
1 chicken bouillon cube
water, to cook orzo pasta
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, chopped
2 -3 ounces feta cheese
10 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 dash kalamata brine (if you have it) (optional)
1/2 small red onion, finely sliced to create slivers
2 cups fresh spinach, loosely chopped
1/4 cup toasted pignoli nut
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons light caesar salad dressing (such as Ken's)
1 chopped garlic clove
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Add chicken bouillon to pasta water and bring to a boil.
  • Add orzo and cook for 7 minutes.
  • Strain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking and cool the pasta. Set aside.
  • In a medium/large bowl add the balance of the ingredients and stir well.
  • Add the strained orzo and stir again.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and serve. This helps the flavors meld together.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.2, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 827.2, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 5, Protein 15.3

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