Orzo Artichoke Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Orzo Artichoke Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat orzo pasta; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided (EVOO); 1 medium red onion, chopped (about 1 cup); 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced (2 full Tbsp); 1 1/2 pints mixed red and yellow cherry tomatoes, cut in half (about 3 cups); 8 ounces marinated artichokes, in oil (Do not drain); 3 tablespoons capers, drained; 5 tablespoons parsley; 1 teaspoon kosher salt (not table salt); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 large lemons, juiced (about 1/2 cup of juice); 1/2 cup chopped basil leaves

Servings: persons

1 lb whole wheat orzo pasta
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided (EVOO)
1 medium red onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
4 large garlic cloves, finely minced (2 full Tbsp)
1 1/2 pints mixed red and yellow cherry tomatoes, cut in half (about 3 cups)
8 ounces marinated artichokes, in oil (Do not drain)
3 tablespoons capers, drained
5 tablespoons parsley
1 teaspoon kosher salt (not table salt)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large lemons, juiced (about 1/2 cup of juice)
1/2 cup chopped basil leaves

1
Start the water to heat first. When boiling, add pasta and cook according to package direction - it will probably take around 10 minutes. Do not overcook.
2
While water is heating, start on the dressing for the pasta. Saute onions and garlic in 1/4 cup oil a few minutes until they start to soften. Add tomatoes, artichokes, and capers. Cook for about 5 minutes on medium, then turn off the heat.
3
Once pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of the cooking water. Drain the pasta, returning it to the large pot you cooked it inches Add back the reserved hot cooking water. Add the warm tomato and artichoke mixture to the cooked pasta. Add the remaining 1/4 cup oil and parsley and stir to let it warm through and wilt the parsley.
4
Season with the salt and pepper. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped basil.
5
Enjoy!

1379

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb whole wheat orzo pasta, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided (EVOO), 1 medium red onion, chopped (about 1 cup), 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced (2 full Tbsp), and more.

Yes, Orzo Artichoke Pasta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orzo Artichoke Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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