Ingredients:
8 ounces medium-sized ripe fresh tomatoes
coarse salt
fresh ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
3 ounces soft mild goat cheese
4 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
Directions:
Cut the tomatoes into 1/3″ cubes; place in a bowl and sprinkle with salt, pepper and thyme leaves; set aside at room temperature for 1 hour.
Boil orzo in salted water until tender; drain and return to the pot off the heat; stir until moisture is evaporated; add goat cheese and stir until melted.
Add half of the tomatoes and all the juices; toss gently to combine and season with salt to taste; pour salad onto serving platter and top with remaining tomatoes.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Servings: 2
Time preparation: 20 min.
Time total: 80 min.