Southwest Orzo Salad with Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing
Orzo pasta that is filled with corn, black beans, cilantro, avocado and cherry tomatoes. The cilantro lime ranch dressing on top is incredible!
Servings: 6 Servings
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!
Nutrition
Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 843mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 729IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg