Orzo, Pea, And Pepper Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, crushed with a garlic press
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 green onions, thinly sliced, including green portions
1 red bell pepper, seeded, stemmed and cut into 1/2-inch squares
10 ounces orzo pasta
1 cup frozen peas

Preparation

In a large bowl whisk together vinegar, water, olive oil, mustard, garlic, and pepper until well blended. Stir in green onions and bell pepper.
Fill a large pot 3/4 full of water and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook 6 minutes. Add peas and cook until pasta is al dente and peas are tender-crisp (2 - 3 minutes). Drain.
Add orzo and peas to the large bowl and toss gently to combine and coat evenly.
Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.