Southwest Orzo Salad with Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing

Alyssa Rivers

Orzo pasta that is filled with corn, black beans, cilantro, avocado and cherry tomatoes. The cilantro lime ranch dressing on top is incredible!

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Total Time 20 mins

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings Servings

Calories 363 kcal

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups uncooked orzo uncooked
1 can corn 15 oz., drained
1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
2 avocados diced
1/4 cup cilantro chopped

Cilantro Lime Ranch:

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup greek yogurt
3 Tablespoons milk
1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
2 Tablespoons Cilantro
1 garlic clove minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Cook and prepare orzo according to package directions. Rinse in cold water.
Add corn, black beans, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro and toss.

To make the cilantro lime ranch:

In a food processor or blender, add the mayonnaise, greek yogurt, milk, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and salt and pepper. Pulse until blended.
Pour the dressing over the orzo salad and toss until coated. Enjoy!

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