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Orzo pasta dish with artichoke
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Orzo with artichoke (180 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.6 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 4.1 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
256
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
44.6g
· 16% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 11% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.86 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 18 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 128 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 199 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 341 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 280 g | 398 kcal |
Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.
Orzo with artichoke is a pasta dish made with small, rice-shaped pasta and artichoke. Although orzo looks like rice, it is pasta; the dish can be served warm as a main or as a side with fish, chicken, or vegetables.
Cook orzo with chopped artichoke, onion, and broth until the pasta is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Add the orzo gradually if you want more control over the texture, then finish with lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs.
Orzo with artichoke is pasta, not rice. Orzo is made from pasta dough despite its rice-like shape, so it cooks differently from rice. You can simmer it in broth for a pilaf-style dish or boil and drain it like other pasta.
Fresh, frozen, or canned artichokes all work in orzo with artichoke. Fresh artichokes give a firmer texture, while canned ones are convenient; drain and rinse canned artichokes first if they taste salty, and add tender pieces near the end of cooking.
Parsley and dill both pair well with orzo with artichoke, and mint can add a fresh note. Add delicate herbs near the end of cooking so their aroma stays bright; lemon zest also complements the artichoke without making the dish heavy.
Yes, canned artichokes are convenient for orzo with artichoke. Drain and rinse them if they are packed in salty liquid, then stir them in toward the end of cooking so they warm through without breaking apart.
Serve orzo with artichoke alongside grilled fish, chicken, or a crisp salad. If the orzo is already rich with oil or cheese, choose a simple vegetable side; if it is lemony and light, yogurt or another cool dip can work well.
Yes, orzo with artichoke can be served cold as a pasta salad. Cook and drain the orzo, cool it promptly, then toss it with artichokes, olive oil, lemon, and herbs. Add dressing shortly before serving if the pasta has absorbed it.
Orzo with artichoke keeps in the refrigerator for about three to four days when promptly cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat it until steaming hot, adding a splash of water or broth because the pasta may absorb liquid as it sits.
Yes, you can freeze orzo with artichoke, though the pasta may become softer after thawing. Cool it promptly, pack it airtight, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating. For the best texture, freeze the artichoke mixture separately and cook fresh orzo later.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
17.64µg · 15% DV
B3
2.16mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
Folate
43.2µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Orzo with artichoke combines small, rice-shaped pasta with artichoke in a Mediterranean-style dish. Orzo is pasta, not a grain of rice, and the artichoke is often cooked with olive oil, onion, lemon and herbs. Recipes vary, but the ingredients make a simple, adaptable base for a meal.
The pasta turns tender while artichoke brings a mild, gently earthy flavour. Serve it warm as a side or light main, or let it cool for a picnic or packed lunch; it also pairs well with grilled vegetables or fish. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich dish, with some fibre from the artichoke. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and add extra herbs or lemon.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.