Orzo With Sun Dried Tomatoes and Basil Pesto

5 from 1 vote

Orzo With Sun Dried Tomatoes and Basil Pesto

Easy one pot Orzo With Sun Dried Tomatoes and Basil Pesto is a light vegan side dish everyone loves - slightly spicy, a little salty, and packed with sun dried tomato and pesto flavor in a quick pasta salad that is perfect for picnics, parties, or alongside fish, steak, chicken, or pork.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Pasta

Cuisine: American

Keyword: basil pasta salad, pasta, pasta salad, pesto, salad, side dish

Servings:

Calories: 392kcal

Author: Courtney O'Dell

Equipment

Made In Cookware - 8 Quart Stainless Steel Stock Pot With Lid - 5 Ply Stainless Clad - Professional Cookware - Crafted in Italy - Induction Compatible

Ingredients

2 cups orzo pasta
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 ½ cups pesto
½ cup sun dried tomatoes sliced thin
½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
½ cup toasted pine nuts

Instructions

In a large pot, boil 4 cups water.
Add orzo and boil pasta to al dente.
Drain well.
In a large bowl, add orzo and the rest of the ingredients and stir, tossing to be sure it coats the pasta evenly.
Refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight.
Serve with chicken, fish, steak, or mix into a salad for a delicious pasta salad!

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