1Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
2Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and basil together in a small bowl for the dressing.
3Combine cooked orzo, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, olives, and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Stir dressing into the orzo mixture until all ingredients are well coated. Can be served warm or chilled.
Footnotes
Tip
Aluminum foil helps keep food moist, ensures it cooks evenly, keeps leftovers fresh, and makes clean-up easy.
Ingredients
10 servings
304 cals
2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped