Caprese Orzo With Greens And Olives Recipe

Name: Caprese Orzo With Greens And Olives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Caprese Orzo with Greens and Olives; 1-1/2 cups orzo pasta cooked al dente; 2 handfuls baby spinach; 2 handfuls arugula or wild rocket; 1/3 cup red onion diced; 1/3 cup kalamata olives sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced; 8 ounces pearl mozzerella; 1/2 cup Basil and Red Wine Vinaigrette dressing; Basil and Red Wine Vinaigrette; 3 ounces extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon basil in a tube; 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon Herbal Fusiom from Sweet Is The Spice; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon sea salt

Servings: persons

Caprese Orzo with Greens and Olives
1-1/2 cups orzo pasta cooked al dente
2 handfuls baby spinach
2 handfuls arugula or wild rocket
1/3 cup red onion diced
1/3 cup kalamata olives sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
8 ounces pearl mozzerella
1/2 cup Basil and Red Wine Vinaigrette dressing
Basil and Red Wine Vinaigrette
3 ounces extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon basil in a tube
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Herbal Fusiom from Sweet Is The Spice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt

1
Begin by boiling salted water in a large pot.
2
Cook orzo using the cooking instructions on package.
3
Drain.
4
In a large bowl combine hot orzo with spinach and arugula mixing until greens begin to wilt slightly.
5
Add in a splash of vinaigrette to keep orzo from sticking.
6
Mix in remaining ingredients and add in the rest of the vinaigrette being sure to distribute dressing evenly.
7
Serve immediately warm, or refrigerate for several hours until chilled and serve cold.
8
Combine all ingredients together and shake in a shaker glass or whisk in a bowl.
9
***Useful Tip***
10
Make a double batch of vinaigrette and reserve half for a fresh salad or drizzle over fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and fresh basil. Also makes a lovely marinade for chicken or fish.

323

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Caprese Orzo with Greens and Olives, 1-1/2 cups orzo pasta cooked al dente, 2 handfuls baby spinach, 2 handfuls arugula or wild rocket, and more.

Yes, Caprese Orzo With Greens And Olives falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caprese Orzo With Greens And Olives

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