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Barilla Orzo Pasta Salad with Basil Pesto, Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella

Name: Barilla Orzo Pasta Salad with Basil Pesto, Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 box Barilla Orzo pasta; 8 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 1 Garlic clove; 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, divided; 1 small bunch basil; 1 pt yellow cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, divided; 2 balls fresh mozzarella, chopped; To taste Salt and black pepper

25 minutes

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Whether it’s the main course or simply served as a side dish, this easy, fresh and summery pasta salad recipe is tossed in a zesty homemade pesto dressing with fresh basil. It coats perfectly al dente Barilla Orzo pasta, cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts and creamy mozzarella in an abundance of flavour. Make this your go-to for homemade goodness in a bowl!

Ingredients

8 servings

1 boxBarilla Orzo pasta

8 tbspExtra virgin olive oil

1Garlic clove

1/2 cuptoasted pine nuts, divided

1 ptyellow cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cupParmigiano Reggiano cheese, divided

2 ballsfresh mozzarella, chopped

To tasteSalt and black pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, season with salt.

Step 2

Cook Barilla Orzo pasta 1 minute short of directions, drain and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil.

Step 3

Place on sheet tray to cool down.

Step 4

In a blender combine: garlic, half of the pine nuts, and basil, pulse for a few seconds.

Step 5

Slowly drizzle in remaining olive oil to emulsify the pesto.

Step 6

Add half the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and pulse, season with salt and pepper, set aside.

Step 7

In a large bowl, combine pesto and Barilla Orzo pasta. Stir to incorporate.

Step 8

Fold in remaining cheeses, cherry tomatoes and pine nuts.

Orzo

Orzo is a small, rice-like pasta that adds Mediterranean flair to any dish. Its versatility shines in soups and salads, making it a go-to option for Canadian cooks looking to infuse their meals with a touch of premium, Mediterranean charm.

Shape

Mini and Soup

Cook time

9 minutes

Pack size

340 g (4 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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