Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup mozzarella pearls
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in boiling salted water according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a food processor, blend the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic until finely chopped.
- With the processor running, slowly add the olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth pesto sauce.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, pesto, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss until well combined.
