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Caprese Orzo Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

A classic caprese orzo salad with balsamic vinaigrette
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups cooked orzo (usually about 1 1/4 cups dry orzo)
  • 1 cup chopped tomato or sliced cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced mozzarella or mozzarella balls
  • 1/3 cup basil. thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl toss the tomato, mozzarella, and basil. Add the freshly cooked orzo while it's still warm and toss well.
  • In a small bowl combine the sliced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinaigrette, salt, and pepper and whisk well.
  • Gently fold the balsamic vinaigrette into the warm pasta and toss well.
  • Allow to cool. Place the orzo in a container and allow it to cool in the fridge until ready to serve.