Nicoise Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Nicoise Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (about 1/2 pound) orzo (rice-shaped pasta); 1/2 pound green beans, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 4 anchovies, chopped; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 to 1/3 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin); a 6-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped; a 6- to 7-ounce can tuna, drained; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion; 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves; 1/3 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives if desired, chopped; 2 cups chopped arugula, washed and spun dry

Servings: persons

1 cup (about 1/2 pound) orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1/2 pound green beans, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 anchovies, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/3 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
a 6-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
a 6- to 7-ounce can tuna, drained
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves
1/3 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives if desired, chopped
2 cups chopped arugula, washed and spun dry

1
In a large saucepan of salted boiling water cook orzo until tender and drain in a colander.
2
Rinse orzo well under cold water and drain well.
3
Transfer orzo to a large bowl.
4
In a small saucepan of salted boiling water cook beans until crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes.
5
Drain beans and add to orzo.
6
In a blender blend together vinegar, lemon juice, anchovies, mustard, and garlic paste.
7
With motor running add oil in a stream and blend until emulsified.
8
Add dressing to orzo mixture with artichokes, tuna, bell pepper, onion, thyme, olives, and salt and pepper to taste and toss well.
9
Salad may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
10
Bring salad to room temperature before proceeding.
11
Add arugula and toss well

103

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup (about 1/2 pound) orzo (rice-shaped pasta), 1/2 pound green beans, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces, 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Nicoise Orzo Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Nicoise Orzo Salad

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