Strawberry Caprese Orzo Bowl

If you’re looking for a simple dinner or evening snack, it doesn’t get any easier than this recipe. All you have to do is combine cooked orzo with fresh tomatoes, strawberries and mozzarella. Add some of our Simply Pesto® Sauce and you have an elegant dish that’s ready to serve.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (1 pound) package DeLallo Orzo Pasta
• 1 (6.35-ounce) jar DeLallo Simply Pesto Sauce - Traditional Basil
• 1 (16-ounce) package strawberries, hulled and quartered
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 5 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 (8.5-ounce) bottle DeLallo Modenacrem Balsamic Glaze, to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain, transfer to a large bowl and set aside to cool.
2. Add tomatoes, strawberries, mozzarella, salt and pepper and ¾ of the jar of pesto to the orzo. Toss well to combine.
3. Divide the mixture into bowls. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve remaining pesto on the side.