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orzo with artichokes and pine nuts

(2 ratings)
coolbaker1 avatar
Recipe by
Carol Perricone
@coolbaker1
Massapequa Park, NY

I love Mediterranian food. My hubby and I went to a Greek restaurant for dinner, and we were served a side dish similar to this. When we got home, Gerald asked if I could recreate the dish. After a few tries, I came up with this recipe. We love it! Hope you enjoy it as well. :) Photos: mine

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For orzo with artichokes and pine nuts

  • 1 1/2 c
    orzo pasta, cooked according to pkge. directions
  • 3 Tbsp
    pine nuts, lightly toasted
  • 1
    14oz can artichoke hearts (not marinated)
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 2 Tbsp
    red wine vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    parsley flakes
  • 1 tsp
    lemon peel (or lemon juice)

How To Make orzo with artichokes and pine nuts

  • 1
    Cook orzo according to pkge. directions. Drain, rinse, drain again. Set aside.
  • 2
    Toast pine nuts in a small skillet, being careful not to burn them, stirring often, about 2 minutes.
  • 3
    Drain artichokes and rinse well. If using whole artichokes in can, quarter them.
  • 4
    In a large bowl, stir together oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add orzo, pine nuts, artichoke hearts, parsley and lemon peel (or lemon juice). This side dish goes excellent with grilled chicken, fish, or beef. Serve chilled or at room temp. Enjoy! :)
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