Insalata Florentine (Spinach, Orzo and Chicken Salad)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Insalata Florentine (Spinach, Orzo and Chicken Salad) with garlic lemon vinaigrette
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 ounces julienne-shredded fresh spinach
3 ounces grilled chicken , sliced and chilled
1 ounce ripe roma tomato , diced
1/2 ounce pine nuts , lightly toasted
1/2 ounce sun-dried tomato , julienne cut
1/2 ounce capers
1/2 ounce sliced black olives
1/2 ounce julienne-cut radicchio
5 ounces orzo pasta , cooked and chilled
3 ounces garlic lemon vinaigrette
1/4 ounce shaved grana padana parmesan cheese
fresh cracked pepper , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
570
Sugar
5g
Fat
30g
Insalata Florentine is a classic Italian salad that's perfect for any occasion. This version of the salad includes fresh spinach, grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and orzo pasta, all tossed in a delicious garlic lemon vinaigrette. The combination of flavors and textures make for a salad that's hearty, satisfying, and bursting with flavor. Serve it as a main course for lunch or dinner, or make a larger batch for a potluck or party. No matter how you serve it, the Insalata Florentine is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, chicken, tomato, pine nuts, sun-dried tomato, capers, black olives, radicchio, and orzo.
2.Add the garlic lemon vinaigrette and toss the ingredients until fully coated.
3.Divide the salad into two bowls, and sprinkle shaved grana padana parmesan cheese and fresh cracked pepper over top of each serving.

PROS

This Insalata Florentine is a healthy and delicious salad loaded with protein, healthy fats, and leafy greens.
It is easy to make and perfect for fueling your body after a workout or for a quick lunch on-the-go.

CONS

This salad contains nuts, cheese, and olives, which may not be suitable for those with certain food allergies or dietary restrictions.

The orzo adds some carbs to the salad, which might not be suitable for those following a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Insalata Florentine is a great salad for those looking to increase their vegetable and protein intake. The spinach and radicchio are packed with vitamins and minerals, while the chicken provides a good source of lean protein. The pine nuts and olive oil in the garlic lemon vinaigrette also provide healthy fats that can help reduce inflammation and boost heart health.

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