Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella
Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella pairs tender orzo with creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil for a bright, pepper-kissed bite. Light olive oil ties everything together, letting the fresh ingredients shine. It’s an ideal side for picnics, potlucks, or a simple summer lunch alongside grilled meats or seafood.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 24
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 31
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil.
- 2
Stir in the orzo and return the water to a boil.
- 3
Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm to the bite, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Drain well and let it cool.
- 5
Combine the mozzarella cubes, tomatoes, basil, red pepper flakes, and salt in a salad bowl; stir in the oil to coat.
- 6
Stir in the orzo, tossing gently until combined and coated with oil.
- Calories 378.99 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 16.16 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 50.43 g 18%
- Total Fat 12.69 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 5.42 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High --
- Cholesterol 32.08 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 506.03 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 4.23 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 5.97 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 261.7 mg Good Source 20%
- Iron 2.4 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 468.93 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin A 240.58 mcg Good Source 27%
- Vitamin C 14.52 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Caprese Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella is an Italian side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 378.99 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella?
- It is an Italian salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Olive Oil, Orzo. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 378.99 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella healthy?
- Caprese-Style Orzo Pasta Salad with Fresh Mozzarella has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 378.99 calories and 16.16 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 506.03 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.42 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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