Caesar Orzo with Asparagus Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 cans (14-1/2 oz each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2/3 cup fat-free creamy caesar salad dressing
2/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Directions:

In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. Add orzo; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add asparagus. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until orzo and asparagus are tender, stirring frequently; drain. Stir in salad dressing and cheese; toss to coat. Yield: 12 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	117.49 Kcal (492 kJ)
Calories from fat	32.14 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.57g	5%
Cholesterol	5.49mg	2%
Sodium	499.62mg	21%
Potassium	197.67mg	4%
Total Carbs	17.3g	6%
Sugars	5.08g	20%
Dietary Fiber	1.91g	8%
Protein	4.74g	9%
Vitamin C	4.5mg	8%
Iron	1.6mg	9%
Calcium	88.4mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	60.55 Kcal (254 kJ)
Calories from fat	16.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.84g	5%
Cholesterol	2.83mg	2%
Sodium	257.47mg	21%
Potassium	101.87mg	4%
Total Carbs	8.91g	6%
Sugars	2.62g	20%
Dietary Fiber	0.98g	8%
Protein	2.44g	9%
Vitamin C	2.3mg	8%
Iron	0.8mg	9%
Calcium	45.6mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

2.3

Points
3

PointsPlus

Good Points

low fat,
saturated fat free,
low cholesterol

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