How To Make Broad Bean, Pea & Orzo Salad
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 cup broad beans, shelled
- 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
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In a pot of boiling water, blanch the broad beans for 2 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, remove the outer skins.
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In the same pot, blanch the peas for 1-2 minutes. Drain and transfer to the bowl of ice water to cool.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, broad beans, peas, red onion, feta cheese, and mint leaves.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
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Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Calories : 305kcal
- Total Fat : 9g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 6mg
- Sodium : 142mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 45g
- Dietary Fiber : 7g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 11g
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