Orzo Salad Recipe
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A quick 4 ingredient orzo salad recipe that’s delicious. A nice blend of chicken, pesto and feta combine with the pasta to make a rich and flavorful salad.
Looking for an easy meal idea? Take a look at the menu planner below for some great serving suggestions.
2-3 servings
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4 Ingredients Needed:
orzo pasta – 3 cups cooked
cooked chicken – 2 cups cubed
bottled prepared pesto – 1/4 cup or to taste
feta cheese – 1/2 cup crumbled
Make Ahead:
- Prepared store bought chicken may be used. If making your own, prepare as desired and cube 2 cups
- You may cook the pasta ahead of time as per the package instructions and measure out 3 cups
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1. In a mixing bowl, combine the pasta, chicken and the pesto and toss to combine well.
2. Add the feta cheese and toss again so cheese is distributed throughout the entire salad.
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Quick Meals - Menu Planner:
Meal Idea:
** Orzo Salad with Italian Bread and Vegetables: Serve the pasta salad along with Italian bread and steamed asparagus spears drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil.
Lunch or Light Dinner Meal Ideas:
** Serve this orzo salad recipe over washed lettuce greens along with pickled vegetables from the deli counter.
** Try serving this pasta salad recipe mounded on grilled portobello mushrooms with a simple tossed salad on the side.
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These simple ingredient exchanges give a little variety to this quick pasta salad and add a different flavor every time.
* Instead of Basil Pesto: try using a Tomato Pesto or Sun-Dried Tomatoes
* Instead of Feta Cheese: try Ricotta or Goat Cheese
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