Cilantro Lime Orzo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Essentials
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Black beans
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Cherry or grape tomatoes
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Cumin
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Red onion
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Orzo pasta
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Queso fresco or feta cheese (optional)
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Lime juice
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Chili powder
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Fresh cilantro
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Extra virgin olive oil
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Salt and pepper
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Bell peppers (yellow, orange, or red)
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Garlic
# Instructions:
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Cook the orzo pasta in salted water until it's just tender. Once done, drain and rinse briefly with cool water to stop the cooking.
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Combine lime juice, olive oil, crushed garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, chili powder, plus some salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk it all together until smooth.
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Toss the cooked and cooled orzo with halved small tomatoes, diced bell peppers, minced red onion, rinsed black beans, and crumbled cheese—if you're using it—in a large bowl.
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Pour the cilantro-lime dressing over everything and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
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Pop the salad in the fridge for at least an hour so the flavors can come together. Serve cold or let it sit out to warm up slightly before eating.
# Notes:
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Tastes better after sitting, so feel free to make it ahead of time!
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Great all on its own or as a side for grilled seafood, meat, or veggies.