Salmon Asparagus Orzo Salad
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Salmon, Asparagus & Orzo Salad
YIELD Makes 4 to 6 servings
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INGREDIENTS
| 1 | (8-ounce) salmon fillet |
| 1 | cup uncooked orzo pasta |
| 8 | ounces asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch lengths (about 1-1/2 cups), cooked |
| 1/2 | cup dried cranberries |
| 1/4 | cup sliced green onions |
| 3 | tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
| 1 | tablespoon white wine vinegar |
| 1‑1/2 | teaspoons Dijon mustard |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1/8 | teaspoon black pepper |
PREPARATION:
- Prepare grill for direct grilling. Grill salmon on oiled grid over medium coals about 10 minutes per inch of thickness or until opaque. Remove from grill; cool. Flake salmon into bite-size pieces.
- Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt; drain and cool.
- Combine salmon, orzo, asparagus, cranberries and green onions in large bowl. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper in small bowl until well blended. Pour over salmon mixture; toss until coated. Chill 30 minutes to 1 hour.
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