Orzo Arugula Salad
ORZO ARUGULA SALAD
Serves 4
8 oz orzo
1/3 cup basil pesto
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp each salt and ground black pepper
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups baby arugula, washed and patted dry
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1/3 cup each chopped red onion, red bell pepper and cucumber
1/4 cup grated romano
2 Tbsp pine nuts, toasted
1. Cook orzo according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
2. Whisk together pesto, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper and olive oil. Add orzo, arugula, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, cucumber and romano. Toss until mixed together. Serve topped with pine nuts and chopped basil.