ORZO WITH ARTICHOKES AND PINE NUTS

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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

Provided by Carol Perricone

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

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)

Steps:

  • 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! :)

Tineil Nelson
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves artichokes. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion.


Julio Rosado
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the artichokes and pine nuts.


Tigerleon10 Wltn
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a bit more salt and pepper.


Serafiner's kitchen
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The orzo is cooked perfectly and the artichokes are tender and flavorful.


issakah ishmael
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I'm not a big fan of artichokes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pine nuts and lemon zest added a nice flavor that balanced out the artichokes.


steve johnson
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I love the combination of artichokes, pine nuts, and lemon in this dish. It's a refreshing and flavorful meal that I'll definitely be making again.


Md Shohanuzzaman
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This dish is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Matthew Fischer
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook orzo, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's flavorful, healthy, and easy to make.


Tipu Gujar
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover artichokes. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Azii Bhie
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of vegetables and nuts, and it's always delicious.


Larry Luke
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Andiswa Sabela
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The flavors in this dish were amazing. The artichokes and pine nuts were a perfect combination, and the lemon zest added a nice brightness.


M Kamal
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This dish was easy to make and turned out so delicious. The artichokes and pine nuts added a sophisticated touch that made it perfect for a special occasion.


Alpha Gaming Official
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I'm not usually a fan of artichokes, but this recipe changed my mind. The artichokes were tender and flavorful, and the pine nuts added a nice crunch.


Papu Kadri
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The orzo was cooked perfectly and the artichoke and pine nut combination was divine. Definitely a keeper recipe!


Jadee Audu
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The artichokes added a unique and flavorful touch that we all loved.


Sihle Mathibela
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This orzo dish with artichokes and pine nuts was a delightful experience. The flavors and textures blended perfectly, creating a harmonious and satisfying meal.