Name: Orzo & Mozzarella Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz orzo pasta; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup cucumber, diced; 1/2 cup black olives, sliced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 8 oz fresh mozzarella, diced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; salt and pepper, to taste

Orzo & Mozzarella Salad Recipe

Jaclyn Carman Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Orzo & Mozzarella Salad

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 10 minutes

Total: 25 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

8 oz orzo pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
8 oz fresh mozzarella, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, red onion, basil, and fresh mozzarella.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Serve chilled and enjoy!