Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad

Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad

This mozzarella pasta salad is a riff on a classic caprese salad. Orzo, fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and basil combine for a perfect summertime dish.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
370 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in orzo and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tenter yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain well, and let cool.
Step 2
Combine mozzarella cubes, tomatoes, basil, red pepper flakes, and salt in a salad bowl; stir in oil to coat. Stir in orzo, tossing gently until combined and coated with oil.

Ingredients

  • salt to taste
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
  • 2 fresh plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into bite-size pieces
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1.5 cups cubed fresh mozzarella cheese

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