Barilla Orzo Pasta Poke Bowl
Barilla Orzo Pasta Poke Bowl
Haiwaiian-style bowl of fresh tuna and crisp veggies in a toasted sesame oil dressing
30 minutes total
- Carrots
- Classic Blue Box
- Intermediate
- Mini and Soup
- Quick and Easy Recipes
- Seafood
- Summer and Pasta Salad Recipes
Make your own homemade poke bowl in this delicious Italian-Hawaiian fusion by Chef Lorenzo Boni. This recipe brings together premium Barilla Orzo pasta with buttery fresh tuna and the bright crunch of carrots, edamame and avocados, drizzled with a sesame oil dressing. Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick and easy bowl is a refreshing meal to power you through busy days.
Chef Lorenzo Boni Recipes

Ingredients
Serves 4
1/2 box | Barilla Orzo pasta |
1 tbsp | sesame oil |
1 cup | carrots, shredded |
3 | radishes, sliced thin |
1/2 cup | edamame, unshelled |
2 | scallions, sliced |
2 | ripe avocados, sliced |
1 | medium cucumber, peeled and sliced |
16 | cilantro leaves, torn |
1 lb | sushi-grade tuna, diced |
1 tsp | sesame seeds, black and white |
For the dressing
1 tbsp | rice vinegar |
1 tbsp | fresh ginger, minced |
3 tbsp | sesame oil, toasted |
3 tbsp | soy sauce |
Disclaimer
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Method
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook Barilla Orzo pasta, 1 minute short of package directions. Drain, toss with 1 tbsp sesame oil and spread on a platter to cool down to room temperature.
Step 2
Prep the vegetables as described and ensure the tuna is diced.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, mix the ingredients for the dressing. Divide in half. Use half to marinate the tuna and set the rest aside.
Step 4
Divide the Barilla Orzo pasta into 4 bowls. Arrange the vegetables over the top and drizzle with dressing. Top with marinated tuna.
Step 5
Garnish with black and white sesame seeds and cilantro leaves.

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 mins
- Pack size 340 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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