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Cowboy Orzo Salad

Cowboy Orzo Salad

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Cowboy Orzo Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines fresh vegetables and hearty ingredients to create a delightful meal suitable for any occasion. This colorful salad features tender orzo pasta tossed with black beans, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, all drizzled with a zesty lime-cumin dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch option, this nutritious salad is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s a wholesome choice that will keep you satisfied.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red bell pepper, and red onion.
  3. Add cooked orzo to the veggie mixture and stir gently.
  4. Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin; season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat.
  6. Fold in avocado before serving; garnish with cilantro.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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