ORZO ARUGULA SALAD

Arugula has a bitter taste which is beneficial to the Heart. By adding the warm orzo, the raw essence of the arugula is somewhat tempered.

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Yields1 Serving
 ¼ cup of cooked orzo
 2 cups of arugula
 1 cup of diced watermelon
 ½ red or yellow pepper
 1 tablespoon of oil
 ½ teaspoon of salt
 pepper to taste
 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar
1

Cook the orzo according to package directions. Then strain and place on the side to cool.

2

In a large bowl, add the arugula, watermelon, scallions and peppers

3

When the orzo is cool-not too hot rather warm, add to the salad and toss.

4

In a small bowl whisk together the oil, salt, pepper, and vinegar.
Pour over the salad and mix well.

5

Optional: Add strawberries and blueberries for an additional zing!

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Ingredients

 ¼ cup of cooked orzo
 2 cups of arugula
 1 cup of diced watermelon
 ½ red or yellow pepper
 1 tablespoon of oil
 ½ teaspoon of salt
 pepper to taste
 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar

Directions

1

Cook the orzo according to package directions. Then strain and place on the side to cool.

2

In a large bowl, add the arugula, watermelon, scallions and peppers

3

When the orzo is cool-not too hot rather warm, add to the salad and toss.

4

In a small bowl whisk together the oil, salt, pepper, and vinegar.
Pour over the salad and mix well.

5

Optional: Add strawberries and blueberries for an additional zing!

ORZO ARUGULA SALAD