WALNUT CRANBERRY ORZO

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I came up with this delightful side dish after becoming fascinated by the tiny pasta. With red pepper, cranberries, walnuts and Parmesan, it's as colorful as it is flavorful. -Judith Comstock, Salado, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, saute red pepper and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, cranberries and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., Drain orzo; toss with vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with walnuts and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Shujaat Tanoli
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal.


Bhim Raj
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I love the way the cranberries add a pop of color to this dish.


Moses Nweke
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Dream boy zohaib
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Tiger Kishor Shah
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal.


Sanjay Ac
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I love the way the walnuts add a crunchy texture to this dish.


Linda Heath-Smith
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This is a great recipe to make ahead of time for a party or potluck.


Raju Shak
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I've made this recipe with different types of nuts and dried fruits and it's always delicious.


Dr yousaf Yousaf
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian or vegan meal.


mercy mathias
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I love the way the feta cheese adds a creamy richness to this dish.


Jana Bennett
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing summer meal.


Uthman Munyirwa
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


Farhan Sikder
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This is a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Nicola Gray
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I love the way the cranberries add a pop of tartness to this dish. It's a great way to balance out the richness of the walnuts and cheese.


Dorothy Prince
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Abderrahmane Elhabchi
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the walnuts added a nice crunch.


Helal Miah
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This is one of my favorite recipes. I've made it several times and it always turns out great.


Nasim Patwary
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The orzo was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Howard L Williams
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Nathan Lee
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This orzo dish was a hit with my family! The combination of walnuts, cranberries, and feta cheese was delicious.