Orzo with Everything

Health score
30%
Orzo with Everything
45 min.
6
390kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our "Orzo with Everything" recipe! This vibrant dish is not just a side; it's a celebration of flavors that can elevate any meal. Imagine the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts mingling with the tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes and the briny richness of Kalamata olives. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Perfect for gatherings, this dish serves six and is ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for both casual weeknight dinners and festive occasions. The fresh basil and radicchio add a burst of color and freshness, while the freshly grated Parmesan cheese brings a creamy depth that ties everything together beautifully. With a caloric count of 390 kcal per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you're looking for a standout antipasto, a flavorful starter, or a satisfying snack, "Orzo with Everything" fits the bill. It's versatile enough to complement grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even stand alone as a light meal. Plus, it can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together for an even more delicious experience. Dive into this recipe and discover how simple ingredients can create something truly extraordinary!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup sun-dried olives packed drained chopped ()
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup pinenuts toasted
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives black packed chopped ()
  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • large garlic clove minced
  • 1.5 cups orzo pasta (rice-shaped
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cup radicchio thinly finely chopped ( 1 small head)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook orzo in pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.
  2. Drain well.
  3. Transfer to large bowl.
  4. Add sun-dried tomatoes, oil, vinegar and olives and toss to blend.
  5. Let stand until cool. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
  6. Mix chopped radicchio, pine nuts, chopped basil, Parmesan and garlic into orzo mixture. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories390kcal
Protein10.17%
Fat52.92%
Carbs36.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37
Glycemic Load
13.07
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.736086872609%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
8.47mg
Delphinidin
0.51mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
2.58mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:389.81kcal
19.49%
Fat:23.34g
35.9%
Saturated Fat:3.7g
23.14%
Carbohydrates:36.63g
12.21%
Net Carbohydrates:33.96g
12.35%
Sugar:5.38g
5.98%
Cholesterol:7.25mg
2.42%
Sodium:246.99mg
10.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.09g
20.18%
Manganese:1.52mg
75.84%
Vitamin K:41.29µg
39.32%
Selenium:27.29µg
38.99%
Phosphorus:217.71mg
21.77%
Vitamin E:3.2mg
21.31%
Copper:0.39mg
19.5%
Magnesium:67.18mg
16.79%
Zinc:1.82mg
12.11%
Potassium:420.15mg
12%
Iron:1.99mg
11.06%
Fiber:2.67g
10.67%
Calcium:102.59mg
10.26%
Vitamin B3:1.75mg
8.73%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.61%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.56%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.6%
Folate:20.79µg
5.2%
Vitamin A:258.25IU
5.17%
Vitamin C:3.69mg
4.47%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.81%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.88%
Source:Epicurious
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