Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad
Total Time
40 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Rating
4.97 out of 5 stars
(26)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes (halved and divided)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (freshly minced)
- 2 tablespoons chives (freshly minced)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
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Preparation
Step 1
Cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente. Drain the orzo and let it cool slightly.
Step 2
Prep the dressing. Add all of the ingredients into a large bowl and whisk together until well mixed.
Step 3
Transfer the orzo pasta to the bowl with the vinaigrette and toss to dress.
Step 4
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and transfer 1 pint of the halved tomatoes onto a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Transfer to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes. Remove and let cool. Then sprinkle with flaky salt, pepper and the herbs.
Step 5
Add both roasted and raw tomatoes, mozzarella pearls and basil leaves to the pasta bowl and toss until combined. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Step 6
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