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Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Orzo




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Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Orzo

Allrecipes.com
Adapted from Recipe by: kgwen
215 reviews rate this recipe 4.5 of 5 stars.
8 servings
Ready in 23 min.

"Basil and sun-dried tomato add flavor and zing to this simple yet delicious pasta salad recipe. It's perfect for picnics, and great served warm or cold."

Ingredients:
2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions
1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Place basil leaves and sun-dried tomatoes in a food processor. Pulse 4 or 5 times until blended.

3. In a large bowl, toss together the orzo, basil-tomato mixture, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Serve warm or chilled.

1/8 of recipe equals: Calories: 255 kcal; Fat: 6.9 g; Carbs: 38.8g; Protein: 10 g; Cholesterol: 7 mg; Sodium: 167 mg