Caprese Orzo Salad (Basil Tomato Mozzarella)
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4.9
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Caprese Orzo Salad (Basil Tomato Mozzarella)
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An easy side, this Caprese Orzo Salad combines tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil with a yummy homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Make ahead!
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Ingredients
DRESSING
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic minced
- salt & pepper
SALAD
- 10 ounces orzo pasta
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella bocconcini pearls if you can find them, drained
- 10 ounces grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes) halved
- ½ cup fresh basil chopped
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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 Information
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Calories
255kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
11mg
(4%)
Sodium
94mg
(4%)
Potassium
187mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
469IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
86mg
(9%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 255 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 255kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 94mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 187mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 469IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
21 reviews
Excellent
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