Name: Cilantro-Lime Orzo Pasta Salad
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 8 ounces orzo pasta; 2 limes juiced; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 bunch cilantro chopped; 1 bunch green onions sliced; 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced; 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes halved; salt and pepper to taste

Prep Time

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

15m

This refreshing cilantro-lime orzo pasta salad is a zesty and flavorful side dish. The orzo pasta is tossed with fresh lime juice, cilantro, green onions, and bell pepper, then drizzled with a tangy olive oil dressing. It's the perfect summer salad for any gathering.

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Ingredients

Servings: 6

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8 ounces orzo pasta

2 limes juiced

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 bunch cilantro chopped

1 bunch green onions sliced

1 red bell pepper seeded and diced

1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes halved

salt and pepper to taste

Steps

Cook orzo according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and set aside.

Make the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir in cilantro and pour over cooked orzo.

Toss pasta with green onions, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until chilled and/or ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

528kcal

26%
Fat

24g

1%
Saturated Fat

3g

0%
Carbohydrates

65g

3%
Fiber

4g

0%
Sugar

4g

0%
Protein

10g

0%
Cholesterol

0mg

0%
Sodium

95mg

4%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Cilantro-Lime Orzo Pasta Salad

Ingredients

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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