Greek Orzo Salad With Olives Recipe

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Servings: 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 c. orzo
  • 1 Tbsp. extra virgin extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 x cloves garlic peeled and chopped
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp freshly grnd pepper
  • 14 ounce canned artichoke hearts drain well (not packed in oil)
  • 14 ounce canned garbanzo beans drain, rinse well
  • 1/4 c. sliced black olives
  • 3 Tbsp. minced fresh mint leaves
  • 2 c. minced fresh tomatoes
  • 1 c. reduced fat feta cheese (Mediterranean style or possibly Tomato basil feta)

Directions

  1. Boil water with salt. Add in pasta and cook till al dente (3-5 min). Drain with cool water and rinse in a colander. Press to remove excess water. Transfer orzo to a large bowl and toss with oil.
  2. Cut artichoke hearts into eighths length-wise and add in to the orzo along with the garbanzo beans, olives, mint and 3/4 c. of feta cheese. Toss with lemon juice and pepper.
  3. When ready to serve add in tomatoes and sprinkle remaining feta cheese on top.
  4. NOTES : Hoban is a registered Dietitian and Healthy Foods Host (http://custom.bellaonline.com/food_and_wine/healthyfoods_recipe_orzosalad.shtml)

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Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving %DV
Serving Size 295g
Recipe makes 4 servings
Calories 604  
Calories from Fat 240 40%
Total Fat 27.04g 34%
Saturated Fat 8.25g 33%
Trans Fat 0.0g  
Cholesterol 33mg 11%
Sodium 869mg 36%
Potassium 516mg 15%
Total Carbs 72.44g 19%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g 24%
Sugars 5.18g 3%
Protein 18.75g 30%
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