Lemony Orzo Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Olives and Bacon
 
 
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces orzo
  • 2 small lemons, zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1½ teaspoons honey
  • ¼ cup finely diced red onion
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
  1. Cook orzo according to package directions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl; toss frequently until cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the lemon zest and lemon juice, olive oil, and honey; whisk until emulsified. Add onion and salt and pepper to taste; stir to combine.
  3. Add tomatoes, olives, bacon, parsley and orzo and toss gently to combine. Add additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Recipe by Two of a Kind at http://www.twoofakindcooks.com/lemony-orzo-pasta-salad-tomatoes-olives-bacon/