ORZO PASTA NUTRITION FACTS RECIPES

Name: Mediterranean Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed; 2 celery ribs, chopped; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary; 1 bay leaf; 1 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Minced fresh parsley, optional

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN ORZO SOUP RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

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My husband is Greek, so I'm always trying new Mediterranean recipes. This lemon chicken orzo soup is his favorite dish that I make. Serve it with a little feta or Parmesan and a side of toast. —Kristine Kosturos, Olympia, Washington.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Total Time 45 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Yield 6 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf
1 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables, salt, oregano and pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in broth, rosemary and bay leaf; bring to a boil., Add orzo. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15-18 minutes or until orzo is tender, stirring occasionally. Return chicken to pan; heat through. Stir in lemon zest and juice; remove bay leaf. If desired, top each serving with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, FatContent 6g fat (1g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 31mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 630mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, FiberContent 5g fiber), ProteinContent 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges 2 lean meat

CALIFORNIA PASTA SALAD RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

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As far as cold pasta salad recipes go, this is one of the best. Not only does it travel well to get-togethers such as picnics or tailgate parties, but people absolutely love it when it gets there. —Jeanette Krembas, Laguna Niguel, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Total Time 15 minutes

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 pound thin spaghetti, broken into 1-inch pieces
3 large tomatoes, diced
2 medium zucchini, diced
1 large cucumber, diced
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 sweet red pepper, diced
1 large red onion, diced
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
DRESSING:
1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; Drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the vegetables and olives. , In a large bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over spaghetti mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, FatContent 13g fat (2g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 1mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 567mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, FiberContent 2g fiber), ProteinContent 6g protein.

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