MACARONI GRILL INSALATA FLORENTINE (Spinach, Orzo and Chicken Salad) Source: Posted by Gayle
3 ounces julienne-shredded fresh spinach 3 ounces grilled chicken, sliced and chilled 1 ounce ripe Roma tomatoes, diced 1/2 ounce pine nuts, lightly toasted 1/2 ounce sun-dried tomatoes, 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 roasted, garlic lemon vinaigrette 1/4 ounce shaved Grana Padana Parmesan Fresh cracked pepper, for garnish
In the order listed, place all ingredients, except Parmesan cheese, in a chilled mixing bowl. Toss and serve on a decorative wide bowl. Garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh cracked pepper. Note: Radicchio is a red-leafed Italian chicory. |