Caprese Orzo Salad

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 1 1 (1/2-ounce bunch Basil, fresh
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 pint Grape tomatoes

• Condiments

  • 1/4 cup Balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp Honey

• Pasta & Grains

  • 1 cup Orzo, dry

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 Black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp Salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 1/2 cup Olive oil, Extra Virgin

• Dairy

  • 8 oz Mozzarella, fresh water-packed

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 cup (7-ounces) dry orzo
• 8 ounces fresh (water-packed) mozzarella pearls ("perline," or tiny balls)
• 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 (1/2-ounce) bunch fresh basil, sliced in a chiffonade
• For the Dressing:
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste