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Orzo with Balsamic Tomatoes and Basil
Remember back to those Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes and Onions that I posted a few weeks ago? In that post I said that I started using the tomatoes in some dishes. This Orzo with Balsamic Tomatoes and Basil is one of the dishes that I regularly use those yummy tomatoes in. I love the fresh and bold flavors of the balsamic and basil in this.
I’ve made this Orzo dish several times. It’s great for lunches; I just throw in a little tofu or chicken (for the husband). I love the lunch containers like you see in the photo above. Either glass or ceramic, they don’t stain or discolor the way plastic ones do. I have a bunch of these containers now, and we use them all the time. I also like that they’re sturdier, so it feels like more of a special treat as you eat lunch, and not just some boring old thing.
This Orzo with Balsamic Tomatoes and Basil is also great as a quick and easy side dish for dinner.
The recipe is a great starting place as well. I’ve added some sautéed mushrooms to the mix on occasion. You could toss in some Parmesan cheese as well. Add in your family’s favorite veggies. It’s all good.
Orzo Pasta with Balsamic Tomatoes and Basil Recipe
Orzo with Balsamic Tomatoes and Basil
Ingredients
- ¾ cup orzo
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup balsamic roasted tomatoes and onions
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- ¼ teaspoon powdered garlic
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil to pan. Add tomatoes, pine nuts, and garlic powder; cook 2 minutes. Stir in orzo, basil, pepper, and salt.
Notes
(for printing reference) Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes and Onions: https://lifecurrentsblog.com/balsamic-roasted-tomatoes-onions/ Adapted from Cooking Light
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations, and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
Sophia @ NY Foodgasm
Excellent combination, I love all the mediterranean flavors happening here and I LOVE orzo!! It looks so pretty too!
Robin Rue
I’m not sure what orzo is. I have never heard of it. It looks like rice?
Erica (@Erica's Recipes)
Beautiful Debi! What a perfect idea to use your gorgeous roasted tomatoes! I want to make a batch of this, then eat if for lunch during the week – delicious and healthy!
Debi
Hi Robin! Orzo is actually pasta. I’ve seen it in all kinds of pasta too, from whole wheat to regular to Gluten-free. Give it a try! I really like it.
catherinebasu
OH yum! I love all the ingredients in this recipe. Will definitely try it 🙂
Colette S
This looks so healthy and tasty.
Definitely a new recipe I’d love to try!
Anmol Rawat
That looks delicious. I would love to have it 😀
amygm
This looks like a lovely, tasty and easy to make dish! Yum! Now I’m going to check out your tomato recipe!
Shelby
Looks delicious and sounds super flavorful. I love the versatality of orzo and the different flavor combinations you can do to make every dish a different one! Gorgeous photos!
Kristin @ Dizzy Busy and Hungry!
So delicious and versatile too. Love the flavor combination. Definitely want to try this soon!
foreclosure2frugal
YuM! I want to eat this right.now!
Marye
Great flavor combo! I’ll be trying it soon.
dishofdailylife
Looks delicious Debi! I love balsamic!
Sarah at the magical slow cooker
oh yum! I love meals that taste great for lunch at work the next day. I must try this orzo recipe soon!
Mary Ellen
I love orzo! This dish looks so pretty and the addition of tomatoes is a great idea. I just may have to try this tomorrow. I have a few tomatoes I need to use up and this looks like a perfect solution.
Marion@Life Tastes Good
I absolutely LOVE orzo and all of the ingredients in this dish! thanks for sharing!!
The Foodie Affair
So fresh and delicious! I love the texture of orzo, chewy and light like rice!
auntbeesrecipes
Look at that gorgeous color! I love anything with balsamic roasted tomatoes!!!
gussiedupcf
This sounds and looks amazing! Your pictures are gorgeous!!
Ann B (@AnnBac9)
That looks fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing!