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    Caprese Orzo

    Jun 10, 2020 · 2 Comments

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    While it's not officially summer yet, it sure feels like it! It is HOT in Columbus, and now more than ever, I'm looking for easy recipes that can be served hot or cold.

    Who doesn't love caprese? This classic Italian combo of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil is one of my favorite dishes.

    It highlights my favorite things about Italian food - you can make an amazing meal with minimal, fresh, high quality ingredients.

    Caprese Orzo

    Why I love Caprese Orzo

    And while I have made Caprese Pasta Salad and Peach Caprese Salad, this recipe just might be my favorite.

    I LOVE orzo. It's delicious, has great texture, and adaptable to anything - so it's perfect for this dish!

    Caprese Orzo is ready in 15 minutes. You can serve it warm, then eat the leftovers cold.

    This dish is perfect as a lunch or side dish. Or add some grilled chicken and make this a dinner. No matter how you serve, this recipe is a winner.

    If you're growing basil or herbs this summer, this dish is a perfect opportunity to prune those herbs and add even more freshness to this dish.

    Caprese Orzo

    Ingredients:

    • 1 lb orzo, cooked
    • ¼ cup good extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 packs of cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 8 oz. package fresh mozzarella, cut in pieces
    • pinch of sea salt
    • large handful fresh basil

    Caprese Orzo Directions:

    Cook orzo according to package directions.

    Combine orzo, olive oil, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a large bowl. Toss well.

    Add a pinch of sea salt and stir well.

    Top with a large handful of fresh basil and serve.


    Caprese Orzo

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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 8
    Calories 355.85 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb orzo cooked
    • ¼ cup good extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 packs of cherry tomatoes halved
    • 1 8 oz. package fresh mozzarella cut in pieces
    • pinch of sea salt
    • large handful fresh basil

    Instructions
     

    • Cook orzo according to package directions.
    • Combine orzo, olive oil, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a large bowl. Toss well.
    • Add a pinch of sea salt and stir well.
    • Top with a large handful of fresh basil and serve.
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    1. Ankur Patel says

      June 23, 2021 at 5:31 pm

      I've made this a few times! So easy and good

      Reply
      • Tasting With Tina says

        June 24, 2021 at 9:13 am

        So happy you like it! It's such an easy recipe and great for entertaining!

        Reply

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