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Orzo and Arugula Salad
Orzo and Arugula Salad
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Total Time:
30 minutes
Delicious whole wheat orzo pasta salad with tangy balsamic dressing.
Ingredients:
  • 1 (16 ounce) package whole-wheat orzo pasta
  • 1 bunch green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 cup arugula
  • 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 0.33333334326744 cup white balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 cup canola oil
  • 0.5 cup olive oil
Instructions:
  • 1. Bring a large pot of gently salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain well.
  • In a large bowl, mix together orzo, green onions, corn, cranberries, red bell pepper, almonds, basil, arugula, Parmesan cheese, salt, and ground black pepper. Set aside.
  • Combine balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, sugar, basil, canola oil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to taste in a bowl. Pour over orzo salad and mix well.