Orzo Salad with Cranberries & Pecans*

By mamapig

Ingredients

• 1/2 box Orzo
• 3/4 cup Equal Exchange Dried
• Sweetened Cranberries
• 2 med carrots, chopped
• 1 sm cucumber, seeded and chopped
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp. Honey
• Salt & Pepper to taste
• 2-3 sliced scallions
• 1/4 cup Equal Exchange Organic
• Roasted Salted Pecans, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

In a small pan, bring water to a boil. Stir in orzo and cook until just tender, then drain. Combine the warm orzo, cranberries, carrots, and cucumber in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, and mustard. Pour over orzo and vegetable mixture and stir to coat. Add Salt and Pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate. Stir in scallions and pecans just before serving. Garnish with Basil or extra cucumbers for a colorful and healthy dish.