Heirloom Tomato, Kale & Orzo Salad
Ingredients
- 8 oz. (1-1/4 c.) Orzo pasta
- 2 T. extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1-1/4 lb. mixed heirloom tomatoes chopped
- 4 oz. (6 c.) baby kale
- 1/2 c. red onion diced
- 2-1/2 T. lemon juice
- 3/4 tsp. fine sea salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves lightly packed and torn
Instructions
- Cook Orzo pasta according to package, drain. Cool under cold running water and transfer to a large bowl.
- Stir in 1 T. oil, add tomatoes, kale and onion, toss.
- Whisk together lemon juice, salt, pepper and remaining tablespoon oil and drizzle over salad.
- Add basil and toss until combined.