NIçOISE ORZO SALAD

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Yield Serves 4 to 6 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 16

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Ingredients

1 cup (about 1/2 pound) orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1/2 pound green beans, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
For dressing
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 anchovies, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/3 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
a 6-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
a 6- to 7-ounce can tuna, drained
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves
1/3 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives if desired, chopped
2 cups chopped arugula, washed and spun dry

Steps:

In a large saucepan of salted boiling water cook orzo until tender and drain in a colander. Rinse orzo well under cold water and drain well. Transfer orzo to a large bowl.
In a small saucepan of salted boiling water cook beans until crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain beans and add to orzo.
Make dressing:
In a blender blend together vinegar, lemon juice, anchovies, mustard, and garlic paste. With motor running add oil in a stream and blend until emulsified.
Add dressing to orzo mixture with artichokes, tuna, bell pepper, onion, thyme, olives, and salt and pepper to taste and toss well. Salad may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salad to room temperature before proceeding.
Add arugula and toss well

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Rahim Tamim

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This salad is delicious and refreshing, and it's perfect for a summer picnic.

Dilanka Karunarathne

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I'm always looking for new ways to use up leftover orzo, and this salad is a great option. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.

Milki Mustefa Shamo

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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it on the weekend and then eat it for lunch all week.

Shahid baloch

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I love this salad because it's so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out great.

Tammy Morton

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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.

Md Taleb

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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.

MAGHRIBIYA AYA

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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.

Haris Malik

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This salad was a hit at my last party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.

Latif Palijo

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Loved this salad!

Gloria York

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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo, and it's a delicious and refreshing side dish. I added some chopped red onion and bell pepper for extra flavor and crunch.

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