Lemony Orzo Veggie Salad with Chicken


Ingredients
·         3/4 cup uncooked orzo
·         1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind
·         3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
·         1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
·         1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
·         1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
·         1/4 teaspoon honey
·         1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
·         1 cup shredded skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast
·         1/2 cup diced English cucumber
·         1/2 cup pre-chopped red bell pepper
·         1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
·         1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
·         1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled goat cheese
Directions
Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain and place in a large bowl.
While orzo cooks, combine lemon rind and next 6 ingredients (through black pepper), stirring well with a whisk. Drizzle juice mixture over orzo; toss to coat. Add chicken and next 4 ingredients (through dill); toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Information
Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups
Per serving: Calories: 281; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 26mg; Sodium: 301mg; Carbohydrate: 35g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 16g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 82mg; Iron: 11%; Vitamin A: 18%; Vitamin C: 56%; Calcium: 3% 

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