2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves -- finely chopped
1 teaspoon curry powder -- or to taste
1 cup orzo pasta -- cooked according to package instructions
until al dente, drained
1 cup canned chickpeas -- rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons golden raisins -- (sultanas), dark raisins or Zanta
currants
2 tablespoons pine nuts -- (optional)
salt and freshly-ground black pepper -- to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes -- or grape tomatoes
1/4 cup shredded fresh basil leaves