Orzo with Dried Cranberries and Almonds
- Servings: 4
Taste the perfect combination of sweet and savory with our orzo salad. Tender orzo, tart cranberries, and crunchy almonds — a delicious delight.
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INGREDIENTS:
| 1 cup | San Giorgio® Orzo |
| 1/4 tsp | crumbled saffron threads |
| 2 tsps | grated orange peel |
| 3 Tbsps | fresh orange juice |
| 3 Tbsps | olive oil |
| 1/3 cup | dried cranberries |
| 3 Tbsps | sliced almonds |
| 2 | scallions, diagonally thinly sliced |
| coarse salt, optional |
DIRECTIONS:
- In a saucepan, boil orzo in 6 cups of water with saffron for 8 minutes; or, until orzo is al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- In a separate bowl, whisk grated orange peel, orange juice, and salt (if desired) slowly adding oil, whisking until the dressing is combined.
- Toss orzo with dressing. Stir in dried cranberries, almonds and scallions.
- Serve at room temperature.
