Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives
Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives balances chewy pasta with bursts of tangy tomatoes, briny olives, and herbaceous pesto, all rounded by nutty Parmesan. It’s bright yet comforting, perfect warm for a quick weeknight dinner or served at room temperature for picnics and potlucks. The flavors deepen as it rests, making it a versatile vegetarian option.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 17 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 36 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Food
- 3 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 30
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 53
- Digestive
- 10
- Inflammatory
- 26
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but slightly firm, about 11 minutes. Drain.
- 2
Combine the orzo pasta, tomatoes, and olives in a large bowl. Pour the pesto over the pasta mixture and stir to coat. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta mixture and stir. Drizzle olive oil over the salad and stir to reach your preferred moisture level.
- Calories 741.55 kcal High 37%
- Protein 21.85 g Good Source 44%
- Carbohydrate 73.98 g 27%
- Total Fat 44.99 g High 58%
- Saturated Fat 9.36 g High 47%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 21.87 mg Moderate 7%
- Sodium 1593.05 mg High 69%
- Dietary Fiber 13.46 g Good Source 48%
- Total Sugars 1.97 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 333.54 mg Good Source 26%
- Iron 4.34 mg Good Source 24%
- Potassium 951.64 mg Good Source 20%
- Vitamin A 74.28 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 25.79 mg Good Source 29%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Orzo Tossed with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives is made with 6 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Grated Parmesan Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Olive Oil, and Orzo. Each serving provides about 741.55 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives made of?
- The main ingredients are Grated Parmesan Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Olive Oil, Orzo, Pesto. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 741.55 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives healthy?
- Orzo Tossed with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 741.55 calories and 21.85 g of protein, or 44% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1593.05 mg (69% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 9.36 g (47% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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