Picnic Caprese Pasta Salad with Aged Balsamic
 
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This Caprese Pasta Salad is fresh and herby, drizzled with savory and sweet to create the most delicious combination. 
Serves: 8 - 10
Ingredients
  • 16 oz. Orzo Pasta
  • 3 cups Chicken Stock
  • 1 cup Water
  • ⅓ cup Olive Oil
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 Pint Cherry or Grape Tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 8 oz. Mozzarella Pearls
  • ½ Shallot, minced
  • 1 tbsp. Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp. Salt
  • 1 tsp. Black Pepper
  • 5 oz. Shaved Parmesan
  • 1 cup loosely packed Fresh Basil, torn
  • 2 Fresh Thyme Sprigs, stems discarded
  • 2 tbsp. Balsamic Glaze
Instructions
  1. Cook the orzo according to packaged directions with the chicken stock and water. Drain if necessary, and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Transfer the cooled orzo to a large mixing bowl. Mix together with olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, shallot, lemon juice, and salt + pepper.
  3. Gently fold in the parmesan, fresh basil, thyme, and balsamic glaze until combined. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until you’re ready to consume.
Recipe by Slice of Jess at https://sliceofjess.com/picnic-caprese-pasta-salad-with-aged-balsamic/