Tri-Colore Orzo Recipe

Name: Tri-Colore Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb orzo pasta; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 cups fresh arugula (about 3 ounces); 3/4 cup crumbled ricotta salata (or feta cheese); 1/2 cup dried cherries; 12 fresh basil leaves, torn; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb orzo pasta
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cups fresh arugula (about 3 ounces)
3/4 cup crumbled ricotta salata (or feta cheese)
1/2 cup dried cherries
12 fresh basil leaves, torn
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
2
Drain pasta and put the pasta on a large cookie sheet.
3
Drizzle the pasta with 3 tablespoons olive oil, toss, spread out, and set aside to cool.
4
Once the orzo is cool, transfer to a large serving bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and toss gently to combine. Serve.
5
Prep time doesn't include cooling time for orzo but it does cool rather quickly.

902

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb orzo pasta, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 cups fresh arugula (about 3 ounces), and more.

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

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tri-Colore Orzo

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