Tomato And Basil Orzo Salad

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 cups dried orzo pasta
• 1 1/4 lbs firm-ripe tomatoes, at room temperature
• 3/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
• 1 -2 garlic clove, peeled and minced
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• about 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper

Recipe

• 1 in a 3- to 4-quart pan over high heat, bring 1 1/2 to 2 quarts water to a boil. add orzo and cook until barely tender to bite, 8 to 10 minutes.
• 2 meanwhile, rinse and core tomatoes; chop and place in a large bowl. add basil, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar; mix gently.
• 3 drain pasta well and add to tomato mixture. mix, adding parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.