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Ingredients
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3 ½ cups water
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1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 bunch green onions, chopped
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¾ cup chopped celery
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½ cup dried cranberries
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 tablespoons sesame oil
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1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pinch cayenne pepper
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¾ cup chopped pecans
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⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
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Bring water, orzo, and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
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Rinse orzo under cold water and scrape into a large bowl. Let cool for 20 minutes.
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Stir in green onions, celery, cranberries, lemon juice, sesame oil, vinegar, olive oil, and cayenne pepper. Let stand at room temperature until flavors blend, about 1 hour. Stir in pecans and cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
354 | Calories |
13g | Fat |
52g | Carbs |
9g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 354 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 13g | 17% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 8% |
Sodium 93mg | 4% |
Total Carbohydrate 52g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
Total Sugars 9g | |
Protein 9g | 18% |
Vitamin C 8mg | 9% |
Calcium 47mg | 4% |
Iron 3mg | 14% |
Potassium 246mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.