Orzo with Tomatoes, Basil, Peas, and Pine Nuts
Everyone loves this tiny-pasta salad, especially when fresh basil is available.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 8 ounces orzo white or whole wheat
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 1 cup green peas
- ½ cup basil minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbs pine nuts toasted
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to directions on the box. Rinse with cold water and drain.
- Thaw frozen peas.
- Toast pine nuts in sauté pan over low heat until slightly brown. (Caution—they burn easily so watch them!)
- For the balsamic dressing, whisk together the vinegar and Dijon mustard.
- Mix all ingredients with the orzo and serve.