Best 11 Spinach Orzo Salad Recipes

SPINACH-ORZO SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in orzo; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until al dente, 8-10 minutes., In a large bowl, toss spinach and warm orzo, allowing spinach to wilt slightly. Add tomatoes, chickpeas, parsley and green onions., Whisk together dressing ingredients. Toss with salad.

SPINACH ORZO SALAD

Steps:

• Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain ozo; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine spinach, onion, cheese and orzo. Mix vinaigrette, basil and pepper; toss gently with spinach mixture. Refrigerate until serving. Stir in pine nuts just before serving.

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD

Steps:

• In a small pan, warm oil over medium-low heat. Sauté garlic until lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer garlic and whatever oil remains in the pan to a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons juice, 2 teaspoons zest, salt and pepper; whisk to combine. Add spinach and toss lightly. Add orzo, olives, cheese, onion and mint. Toss to combine; serve.

SPINACH-ORZO SALAD WITH SHRIMP

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water and shake dry.
• Meanwhile, toss the spinach, radishes, cucumber, onion, olives, mint, parsley and 1/3 cup each lemon juice and olive oil in a large bowl. Add the orzo and season with salt and pepper.
• Toss the shrimp with the remaining 2 tablespoons each lemon juice and olive oil in a bowl. Arrange on a foil-lined broiler pan and broil until slightly pink, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn and broil until just cooked through, 2 to 3 more minutes.
• Divide the salad among plates. Top with the shrimp, sprinkle with the feta and season with pepper.

ORZO SALAD WITH SPINACH AND FETA

Steps:

• Whisk the vinegar, garlic, and pepper together. Slowly add olive oil until it begins to thicken and set aside.
• In a mixing bowl toss pasta, olives, onions, celery, spinach, nuts, and feta cheese until fully combined.
• Pour vinaigrette over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are covered. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
• Tip: toast pine nuts on a baking sheet in a 350 degree oven or in a non stick sauté pan over medium heat until golden brown. Be careful not to burn.

MEDITERRANEAN ORZO SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta, cook for 5 minutes, or until al dente. Drain.
• Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the lamb and garlic in the skillet. Season lamb with coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until evenly browned. Remove from heat, and drain.
• In a large bowl, mix the spinach, tomatoes, lemon juice and zest, mint, parsley, green onions, and remaining olive oil. Toss with the orzo, lamb, and feta cheese to serve.

ORZO AND SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Cook orzo 8 to 10 minutes or al dente. Rinse briefly in cold water, drain and add to a large bowl.
• 2. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
• 3. Prepare the dressing by combining the remaining oil through cumin, whisking until smooth.
• 4. Toss with orzo.
• 5. Add spinach, pepper, olives, scallions, and capers. At this point, salad can be refrigerated for several hours.
• 6. At serving time, add crumbled Feta cheese and pine nuts.

SPINACH-ORZO SALAD WITH SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.7/5)

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water and shake dry. Meanwhile, toss the spinach, radishes, cucumber, onion, olives, mint, parsley and 1/3 cup each lemon juice and olive oil in a large bowl. Add the orzo and season with salt and pepper. Toss the shrimp with the remaining 2 tablespoons each lemon juice and olive oil in a bowl. Arrange on a foil-lined broiler pan and broil until slightly pink, 1 to 2 minutes. Turn and broil until just cooked through, 2 to 3 more minutes. Divide the salad among plates. Top with the shrimp, sprinkle with the feta and season with pepper.

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

SPINACH, TOMATO & ORZO SALAD

Steps:

• Bunch up spinach leaves and shred to make confetti and put into medium sized bowl, add halved grape tomatoes, and lemon zest.
• (Save the lemons in the fridge for later use!) Add cooked& drained orzo, drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over mixture and toss to combine.
• (The heat from the pasta will wilt spinach and release flavors.) Add basil, salt and pepper and toss one more time.

ORZO AND SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Cook orzo in salted water until done, al dente. Rinse in cold water and drain. Place in large serving bowl. Add olive oil and toss. When orzo is cool, add spinach, pimentos, artichokes and mix. Add oil from artichoke jar until seasoned to taste. Add parmesean and mix. Garnish with additional parmesean and serve.