Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant. Watch them carefully as they can burn quickly. For a more intense flavor, marinate the cooked orzo in a few tablespoons of the balsamic vinaigrette while it's still warm. Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, or black olives. If you don't have white balsamic vinegar, you can substitute with regular balsamic vinegar, but the color of the salad will be slightly darker. The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Orzo and Arugula Salad
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS33
A vibrant and refreshing cold summer salad featuring nutty whole-wheat orzo, peppery arugula, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or a delightful side dish.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate69 g
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Cholesterol4 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium181 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat37 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package directions, about 10-12 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. (12 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, thawed corn, dried cranberries, toasted sliced almonds, and chopped arugula. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (5 minutes)
03
StepIn a separate medium bowl, whisk together the canola oil, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and sugar until well emulsified. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste. (5 minutes)
04
StepPour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. (2 minutes)
05
StepServe immediately or chill for later. The salad flavors will meld together beautifully as it sits. (30 minutes)
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Anastacio Dare
Jul 2, 2025This salad is so easy to make and always a hit at potlucks!
Ocie Cremin
Apr 13, 2025The balsamic vinaigrette is the perfect complement to the other ingredients.
Rosina Sawayn
Apr 9, 2025I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this salad.
Lessie Kuhn
Apr 8, 2025I used quinoa instead of orzo and it worked great!
Dagmar Oberbrunner
Feb 7, 2025My family requests this salad all the time. It's a keeper!
Carroll Bradtke
Jan 19, 2025I added some feta cheese and it was delicious!