Caprese Orzo Salad

Name: Caprese Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup (7 ounces) dry orzo; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (water-packed mozzarella pearls ("perline" or tiny balls)); 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved); 1 1/2-ounce bunch fresh basil (sliced in a chiffonade); 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 clove garlic (minced); 1/2 teaspoon salt; Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:10min

Caprese Orzo Salad is a vibrant summer pasta salad featuring juicy tomatoes, creamy balls of mozzarella, and ribbons of fresh basil, all topped off with a flavorful balsamic vinaigrette!

Updated at: Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:36:34 GMT