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title: Italian Caprese Orzo Pasta
description: This orzo pasta salad is an easy side dish or light lunch for our friends across the pond. 
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# [Italian Caprese Orzo Pasta](https://blog.amigosunited.com/italian-caprese-orzo-pasta-0-0-0)

 Written by [Amigos](https://blog.amigosunited.com/author/amigos) | Apr 3, 2024 2:32:53 PM

This orzo pasta salad is an easy side dish or light lunch for our friends across the pond. 

 

INGREDIENTS

1 c. Orzo Pasta

1 8oz pkg. Mozzarella Pearls

1, 5oz pkg. Cherry Tomatoes

½ 5oz. pkg. Arugula

⅛ c. Olive Oil

Salt and Pepper As Desired

 

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook pasta according to package directions
2. Drain and place in a large bowl
3. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and place in a bowl
4. Place the arugula, olive oil, and salt and pepper as desired and mix so while the pasta is still warm to slightly wilt the arugula

 

NUTRITION

Serves 6

Calories 229

Protein 9g

Carbohydrates 28g

Fiber 2g

Sugar 1g

Fat 9g

Cholesterol 7mg

Sodium 16mg

 

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