Best 5 Artichoke Orzo And Sun Dried Tomato Salad Recipes

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Welcome, food enthusiasts, to a delightful culinary journey where flavors dance and textures blend in perfect harmony. Today, we present a trio of tantalizing recipes that celebrate the vibrant flavors of artichokes, orzo pasta, and sun-dried tomatoes. Embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we unveil a refreshing Artichoke Orzo and Sun-Dried Tomato Salad, a comforting Artichoke Orzo Soup, and a delectable One-Pot Artichoke Orzo Pasta dish. Each recipe is a masterpiece, showcasing the versatility of these ingredients and promising a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this culinary expedition together!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ORZO WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND KALAMATA OLIVES



Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives image

A favorite side dish for Italian meals that is hearty enough to stand alone as a vegetarian main dish. Can be served warm or chilled for later.

Provided by Karli Shanklin

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅔ cup orzo pasta
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup pitted kalamata olives
½ cup pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix orzo pasta, tomatoes, and olives together in a large bowl. Pour pesto over pasta mixture and stir to coat. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta mixture; stir. Drizzle olive oil over the salad and stir to achieve your preferred moisture level.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 828.1 calories, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 51.1 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1618.1 mg, Sugar 8 g

ORZO TOMATO ARTICHOKE SALAD



Orzo Tomato Artichoke Salad image

Fresh tomatoes, artichoke hearts, black olives, and orzo with an olive oil, balsamic, and basil dressing.

Provided by my2funsons

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
  • Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and basil together in a small bowl for the dressing.
  • Combine cooked orzo, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, olives, and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Stir dressing into the orzo mixture until all ingredients are well coated. Can be served warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 360.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

ARTICHOKE, ORZO AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SALAD



Artichoke, Orzo and Sun-Dried Tomato Salad image

A fantastic combination of healthy spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts and orzo. You sprinkle with creamy feta and a light dressing to finish off the salad!

Provided by Balancing Cinderella

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup orzo pasta
4 cups fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped (use the oil-packed)
5 tablespoons red onions, finely chopped
3 tablespoons kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 (15 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, chopped (reserve the liquid for the dressing)
salt and pepper
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • 1. Cook orzo according to package directions. Rinse and set aside.
  • 2. In a large bowl, toss orzo, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, onion olives and artichoke.
  • 3. Pour 1/2 of the artichoke liquid over the salad, season with salt and pepper, toss again. (You can add more liquid to taste.).
  • 4. Sprinkle feta over salad and lightly toss.
  • 5. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.9, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 511.9, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 10.9

ORZO WITH ASPARAGUS, ARTICHOKE, TOMATO AND TRUFFLE OIL



Orzo with Asparagus, Artichoke, Tomato and Truffle Oil image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound orzo
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 pound asparagus
6 artichokes, cleaned and halved
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter
4 tablespoons chopped garlic
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup vegetable stock
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper
6 tablespoons truffle oil

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo in boiling salted water until al dente. Rinse in cool water and toss in olive oil. Set aside.
  • In a small sauce pan, cook balsamic vinegar and sugar and reduce it to a syrup consistency. Set aside. Cut the asparagus tips from the stems. Blanch the tips on boiling salted water. Set aside. Coarsely chop the asparagus stems in a food processor. Set aside. Put the artichokes on a hot grill and cook until brown. Saute butter, garlic, and asparagus in a large pan for 2 minutes. Add wine, vegetable stock, and orzo.
  • Cook until the pasta is hot and the liquid has been absorbed. Saute asparagus tips with butter and salt until hot Toss pasta with tomatoes and Parmesan, arrange asparagus on top of each pasta portion. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon pasta into 6 portions. Drizzle plates with balsamic and truffle oils. Place grilled artichoke next to each portion.

ORZO W/SUN-DRIED TOMATOES & ARTICHOKE HEARTS RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Orzo w/Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Artichoke Hearts Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by Letha_McWey

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 c Orzo Pasta
3 1/2 c Chicken Broth
1 1/2 Tblsp Basil Pesto (Artichoke Pesto can be used as well)
2 to 4 Tblsp Sun-dried Tomatoes, chopped
2 to 4 Garlic cloves, minced
1 Tblsp pkg. Italian Seasoning
1 Tblsp Olive Oil
1/2 c Onion, diced
1 Jar (6 oz) Marinated Artichoke Hearts, roughly chopped, (save liquid and add to chicken broth)
Optional Add-in: 1/4 c Black Olives, sliced
Garnish with Shredded Parmesan Cheese and toasted Pine Nuts...to taste

Steps:

  • Convection Oven Preparation Pre-heat Oven to 350 degrees on any setting. (If roasting meat or poultry, use whatever function the meat uses, if cooking alone, you may use bake) Use an oven and stove top proof pan (Dutch Oven). Heat Olive Oil in pan over medium heat...saute onions and garlic until just soft. Add 1/2 cup of liquid, pasta and seasoning...stir over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add rest of ingredients and bring to a boil. Cover and cook in oven for 30 minutes...uncover and stir at 25 minutes...continue cooking uncovered. Remove from oven and fluff with a fork...be sure liquid has been absorbed...add garnish if desired.

Tips:

  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients: Fresh artichokes, flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, and tender orzo pasta are essential for making a delicious salad.
  • Marinate the artichokes: Marinating the artichokes in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs helps to enhance their flavor and make them more tender.
  • Roast the artichokes: Roasting the artichokes brings out their natural sweetness and caramelized flavor.
  • Cook the orzo pasta al dente: Al dente orzo pasta is cooked just until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: A combination of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs makes a light and flavorful dressing that complements the salad ingredients.
  • Add fresh herbs and greens: Fresh herbs like basil, parsley, or mint, and leafy greens like arugula or spinach add color, flavor, and texture to the salad.

Conclusion:

This artichoke orzo and sun-dried tomato salad is a delightful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or even as a main course. With its vibrant colors, textures, and flavors, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds and become a favorite in your recipe collection. Whether you're looking for a healthy and satisfying vegetarian meal or a delicious way to celebrate the flavors of the Mediterranean, this salad is an excellent choice.

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