NIçOISE ORZO SALAD

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Yield Serves 4 to 6 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 16

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

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.