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Mediterranean Orzo Spinach Salad

Name: Mediterranean Orzo Spinach Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1 pound ground lamb; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; salt and pepper to taste; 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped; 3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 0.25 cup chopped fresh mint leaves; 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley; 5 green onions, chopped; 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

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A bright, flavorful array of Mediterranean ingredients!

Recipe by JULIEP

Updated on January 4, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound ground lamb
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon ground coriander
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
5 green onions, chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta, cook for 5 minutes, or until al dente. Drain.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the lamb and garlic in the skillet. Season lamb with coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until evenly browned. Remove from heat, and drain.
In a large bowl, mix the spinach, tomatoes, lemon juice and zest, mint, parsley, green onions, and remaining olive oil. Toss with the orzo, lamb, and feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

461	Calories
25g	Fat
35g	Carbs
26g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 461
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g	32%
Saturated Fat 11g	57%
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Sodium 535mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 35g	13%
Dietary Fiber 5g	16%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 26g
Vitamin C 34mg	170%
Calcium 285mg	22%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 577mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.