Orzo is an Italian pasta that is shaped like rice. This cold tomato artichoke orzo salad is perfect for the hot summer months. If you are growing tomatoes and basil in your garden this year, make sure you use fresh garden produce when making this salad. It makes it even better. If you haven’t tried orzo, give this salad a try. It is easy to make, tasty to eat, and fun to say. The whole family will love it.
Ingredients:
8 ounces orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions, drained, rinsed with cold water, and drained again 1 bottle artichoke hearts, drained (14 ounce size jar) 4 medium tomatoes, chopped 3/4 cup balsamic or Italian dressing-use your favorite brand 10 fresh basil leaves, chopped 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Method:
- Place the cooked orzo pasta in a large bowl. Add in the artichoke hearts and tomatoes, stir.
- Coat the salad with dressing and stir well. Add in the fresh basil and parmesan cheese. Stir again.
- Serve cold. Serves 4-6
More Summer Salads:
Easy Summer Pasta Salad Lemon Orzo Salad with Asparagus, Spinach, and Feta Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad
