Warm Orzo Salad with Beets & Greens
A delightful warm salad combining orzo pasta, roasted beets, and mixed greens, topped with feta cheese and walnuts.
Equipment
- oven
- large bowl
- Small bowl
- pot
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
Pasta and Vegetables
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 medium roasted beets, diced
- 2 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and kale)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup toasted, chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook orzo pasta following the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to halt cooking, then set aside.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap beets in aluminum foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender. Allow them to cool, then peel and dice.
- In a large bowl, mix the orzo, roasted beets, mixed greens, feta cheese, walnuts, and red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve the salad warm or at room temperature, garnishing with fresh parsley.
Notes
This salad can be served warm or at room temperature. You can substitute feta cheese with goat cheese for a different flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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