Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and stir well. Let the pasta cook at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender. When the pasta is cooked, drain completely and transfer to large bowl.
Stir in the olive oil into the pasta and continue stirring every few minutes until the pasta is cooled.
When the pasta is cool, add the olives, basil, arugula and cheese.
*For a protein kick (and to avoid afternoon meltdowns), we finish the orzo by adding either grilled chicken or shrimp
Notes
This recipe may easily be halved.
Recipe by The Couple's Kitchen at https://thecoupleskitchen.com/orzo-pasta/