Berry Orzo Spinach Salad
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5
Berry Orzo Spinach Salad
Description
This salad mixes cooked orzo, which provides a soft, tender base, with fresh leafy greens like baby spinach and arugula for mild, peppery notes. Blueberries and halved or quartered strawberries contribute bright sweetness and juiciness. Diced or sliced avocado adds creaminess, and crumbled feta cheese offers a salty, tangy layer.
Chopped nuts such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds bring crunch and nutty depth. The creamy balsamic dressing ties together the flavors with acidity and richness. The salad is quickly assembled by tossing greens and orzo, topping with fruit, cheese, and nuts, and serving with dressing on the side or tossed through.
This dish works well as a light lunch or a side paired with grilled meats or seafood. Swapping orzo for wild rice or substituting other fruits like blackberries, peaches, or nectarines can customize the salad’s taste and texture.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup orzo cooked
- 2 cups baby spinach packed
- 1 cups arugula packed, baby
- 1 cup blueberries
- ½ cup strawberries halved or quartered
- 1 avocado diced or sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese or freshly shredded mozzarella, crumbled
- ¼ cup nuts walnuts, pecans, or almonds, chopped
- 1 cup balsamic dressing creamy
Instructions
- Toss together spinach, arugula, and orzo. Top with fruit, cheese, and nuts. Serve with balsamic dressing. Enjoy!
Notes
- Wild rice is a suitable alternative to orzo for a different texture and nuttier flavor.
- Blackberries, peaches, or nectarines can replace the berries for seasonal variation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 124mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 327mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1081IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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