Orzo Tomato Artichoke Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
• 0.5 cups extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cups balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil , or to taste
• 1 , 14 ounce
• 2 tomatoes , chopped
• 1 , 6 ounce
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese , Optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring 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.

2. 2

   Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and basil together in a small bowl for the dressing.

3. 3

   Combine 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.