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Caprese Orzo Salad

A fresh and vibrant pasta salad featuring orzo, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a tangy balsamic dressing. Perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.

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JUE

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Cook the Orzo:
Boil orzo pasta until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
Prepare the Salad Base:
Combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a large bowl.
Make the Dressing:
Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Assemble and Toss:
Mix the orzo with the salad ingredients and dressing. Serve fresh or chilled.
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How to Make Caprese Orzo Salad

Cook the Orzo
Boil orzo pasta until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
Prepare the Salad Base
Combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a large bowl.
Make the Dressing
Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Assemble and Toss
Mix the orzo with the salad ingredients and dressing. Serve fresh or chilled.
Baking Tips
Use high-quality balsamic vinegar for the best flavor.
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
For extra crunch, toss in toasted pine nuts or walnuts.
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Caprese Orzo Salad

A fresh and vibrant pasta salad featuring orzo, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a tangy balsamic dressing. Perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.

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Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes
Chef
JUE
Category
Salad, Side Dish, Pasta
Difficulty
Medium
Cuisine
Italian
Yield
4 servings
Dietary
Vegetarian
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Ingredients

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1 cup orzo pasta
02
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03
1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls
04
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
05
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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1 teaspoon honey (optional, for balance)
08
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

01
Cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
02
In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil.
03
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
04
Add cooked orzo to the salad bowl and drizzle with dressing. Toss gently to combine.
05
Serve immediately or chill for 15-30 minutes for enhanced flavor.