Spinach, Parmesan and Orzo Salad | epicuricloud (Tina Verrelli)

Ingredients

• 1 pound orzo pasta
• 1 (5-ounce) package baby spinach (cut into thin strips)
• 1 (8-ounce) tub pearlini fresh mozzarella (see note)
• 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
• 1/2 cup parmesan (grated)
• 1/3 cup oil ((I use olive or safflower))
• 1/2 lemon juiced
• 1 tablespoon shallot (or red onion) (finely minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper