Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad
Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad blends tender orzo with blanched kale for a fresh, toothsome bite, balanced by smoky flakes of salmon. Dried cherries add tart sweetness, while toasted pine nuts bring buttery crunch, finished with lemon and ricotta salata for a bright, savory finish. Ideal for a light lunch or a make-ahead potluck dish served at room temperature.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add orzo and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and spread it onto a large baking sheet. Drizzle the orzo with 3 tablespoons olive oil, toss, spread it out again, and let it cool, about 30 minutes.
- 2
When the orzo is cool, transfer it to a large serving bowl. Set aside.
- 3
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Blanch the kale in the boiling water for about 30 seconds. Drain the kale and submerge it in a bowl of ice water. Drain again and blot dry.
- 4
Add the kale to the orzo along with 1/4 cup olive oil, dried cherries, pine nuts, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to combine. Top with flaked salmon. Shave ricotta salata cheese over the top and serve immediately.
- Calories 449.32 kcal High
- Protein 16.54 g Good Source
- Carbs 73.89 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.34 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.19 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.04 g High
- Cholesterol 10.34 mg Low Source
- Sodium 206.58 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.81 g Moderate
- Sugar 6.12 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 96.78 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.47 mg Moderate
- Potassium 249.99 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 2191.6 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 56.97 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad is an American dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Dried Cherry, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Kale. Each serving provides about 449.32 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Dried Cherry, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Kale, Lemon Juice. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad?
- 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 449.32 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Salmon and Kale Orzo Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 4 steps.
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