Orzo with Crab and Artichoke

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  • Number of Servings: 18
Ingredients
2 cans Artichoke hearts in water3 Tbsp Cider Vinegar1 Shallot coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic1 tsp Dijon mustard2 large basil leaves.5 tsp dried oregano1.5 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 lbs. orzo (whole wheat or flavored)1 lbs. imitation crab meat, chunk style or real3 roma tomatoes, chopped2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Directions
makes 18 - .5 cup servings

bring large pot of water to boil. coarsely chop one can of artichoke hearts and set aside, other can drained into blender. add vinegar, shallot, garlic, mustard, basil and oregano, season with salt and pepper. turn on blender and gradually add oil until dressing emulsifies; set aside. boil orzo until al dente, about 8 minutes. drain, rinse with cold water, rinse again and transfer to bowl. add crabmeat, tomatoes, parsley, reserved chopped artichokes and dressing. toss.

Number of Servings: 18

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user RNJHESTER.

Servings Per Recipe: 18
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 131.0
  • Total Fat: 1.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 2.2 mg
  • Sodium: 115.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 24.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.2 g
  • Protein: 5.8 g

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