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orzo with artichokes and pine nuts

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coolbaker1 avatar
Massapequa Park, NY
Updated on Feb 11, 2013

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

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

Ingredients

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

How To Make orzo with artichokes and pine nuts

  • Step 1
    Cook orzo according to pkge. directions. Drain, rinse, drain again. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    Toast pine nuts in a small skillet, being careful not to burn them, stirring often, about 2 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Drain artichokes and rinse well. If using whole artichokes in can, quarter them.
  • Step 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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