Orzo Pasta Salad with Asparagu
This orzo pasta salad is loaded full of spring asparagus and artichokes. A bit of white wine vinegar and lemon juice make this the perfect salad for an early season picnic or a a springy Easter dinner.
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步骤1
Bring a medium saucepan full of water to a boil. Turn off the burner, add in asparagus pieces and blanch for 2-3 minutes.步骤2
While the asparagus is in the water, heat one tablespoon olive oil in a small sauté pan. Add in shallots and garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, just until tender.步骤3
Drain the asparagus and rinse with cool water.
步骤4
In a large bowl add cooked orzo pasta, asparagus pieces and sautéed shallots and garlic.Drain artichoke hearts and quarter them, adding them to the bowl. Add in sun-dried tomatoes with oil and lemon zest. Stir to combine.
步骤5
In a small bowl or container, whisk together lemon juice, white wine vinegar, salt and pepper. While continuously whisking, slowly pour olive oil into the vinegar. Once emulsified, stir the dressing into the salad.
步骤6
Move to the refrigerator for at least 5 hours for flavors to combine. Serve cold.