BLUE CHEESE ORZO SALAD

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The crunch of walnuts and bacon is a pleasant contrast to the creamy rice-shaped pasta. The blue cheese and arugula lend a satisfying, savory quality.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
3 cups fresh arugula, torn
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
WALNUT VINAIGRETTE:
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 teaspoon Creole or stone-ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions; drain and place in a large bowl. Stir in the arugula, bacon, blue cheese, onions and walnuts., In a blender, combine the first six vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CJ Banks
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I wasn't a fan of this salad. The blue cheese was too strong for my taste.


Muzamil Veer
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are incredible.


Md Anamul Haque
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I love the combination of blue cheese and walnuts in this salad. It's a unique and flavorful dish.


MD Lemon Hossen
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This salad is a great option for a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover orzo.


Riwaj Shrestha
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I've made this salad for my friends and family several times and they always ask for the recipe.


mohimin mohimin
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the combination of flavors and textures.


Rezwanullah Haqmal Naziry
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. It's now one of my favorite salads.


Rofik Shlm
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Farhan Siddique
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to bring to parties or picnics.


Taibba Jaan
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are all high-quality and the flavor is amazing.


Owen Leach
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I'm not a big fan of blue cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The other ingredients balanced out the flavor of the blue cheese perfectly.


Joseph Ledet
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This salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of cheese, vegetables, and nuts, and it's always delicious.


Rofi Rofi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Awais Amanat
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo. It's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Inioluwa Jesutofunmi
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my friends and family.


Jmb Jihan kabir
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This blue cheese orzo salad is a delightful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of flavors and textures is simply amazing.


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