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Caprese Orzo Salad (Basil Tomato Mozzarella)
An easy side, this Caprese Orzo Salad combines tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil with a yummy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Make ahead!
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
American, Italian
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
minutes
Servings
8
Calories
255
kcal
Author
Kylee Ayotte
Ingredients
DRESSING
¼
cup
balsamic vinegar
¼
cup
olive oil
1
Tbs
honey
1
clove
garlic minced
Salt/pepper to taste
SALAD
10
oz
orzo pasta
1
cup
fresh mozzarella
bocconcini pearls if you can find them, drained
10
oz
grape tomatoes
(or cherry tomatoes) halved
½
cup
fresh basil
chopped
Instructions
DRESSING
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
SALAD
Cook orzo according to directions, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
Mix the cooled orzo, mozzarella, tomatoes and basil in a large bowl.
Pour dressing over salad and mix well.
Season with salt and pepper if needed.
Devour.
Nutrition
Calories:
255
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
32
g
|
Protein:
8
g
|
Fat:
10
g
|
Saturated Fat:
3
g
|
Cholesterol:
11
mg
|
Sodium:
94
mg
|
Potassium:
187
mg
|
Fiber:
2
g
|
Sugar:
5
g
|
Vitamin A:
469
IU
|
Vitamin C:
5
mg
|
Calcium:
86
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg