Southwestern Orzo Salad (Gluten Free, Vegan).
If you're looking for an easy summer salad, try this Southwest orzo salad! It's refreshing and flavorful, and perfect for packing in lunches or bringing to a potluck.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups gluten free orzo
- 15 ounces black beans
- ½ cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 green pepper finely chopped
- 14 ounces chili ready tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned corn drained
- cilantro leaves optional
For the dressing:
- 4 Tablespoons lime juice (juice from two limes)
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice (juice from one lemon)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the gluten free orzo according to package directions. Once cooked, drain, and place in a large bowl to cool.
- Add the beans, tomatoes, corn, peppers, and chopped onion to the cooled orzo.
- Place all of the dressing ingredients in a glass jar and shake or stir until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and stir well to coat. Enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should stay fresh for about 3 days. You may need to add more dressing if the orzo absorbs it all.
Nutrition
Calories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 384mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 267IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 3mg
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