"A flavorful, colorful, pasta salad fit for any occasion...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound orzo pasta
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6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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2/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (from a jar of drained, oil-packed sun dried tomatoes)
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2/3 cup chopped, pitted Kalamata olives
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1 cup toasted pine nuts (Toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they start to turn golden brown in spots.)
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1 head of radicchio, chopped (about 2 cups)
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1 1/2 cups chopped arugula leaves (about 3 ounces)
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1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
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1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic (3-4 large cloves)
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1 cup freshly-grated parmigiana cheese (about 5 ounces) I recommend Parmigiana Reggiano
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Kosher salt
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fresh ground black pepper