Italian Caprese Orzo Pasta

Author Albertsons Market | April 3, 2024

This orzo pasta salad is an easy side dish or light lunch for our friends across the pond. 

 

INGREDIENTS

1 c. Orzo Pasta

1 8oz pkg. Mozzarella Pearls

1, 5oz pkg. Cherry Tomatoes

½ 5oz. pkg. Arugula

⅛ c. Olive Oil

Salt and Pepper As Desired

 

DIRECTIONS

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions
  2. Drain and place in a large bowl
  3. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and place in a bowl
  4. Place the arugula, olive oil, and salt and pepper as desired and mix so while the pasta is still warm to slightly wilt the arugula

 

NUTRITION

Serves 6

Calories 229

Protein 9g

Carbohydrates 28g

Fiber 2g

Sugar 1g

Fat 9g

Cholesterol 7mg

Sodium 16mg

 

Topics: Happy and Nourished

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