Orzo and Black Bean Salsa Salad
Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Orzo and Black Bean Salsa Salad is a fiesta in every bite! Featuring tender orzo, protein-rich black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red bell peppers, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, this dish brings together the perfect balance of textures. A zesty lime-cumin dressing ties it all together, infusing each bite with a refreshing Southwest flair. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful salad is a perfect make-ahead option for quick lunches, summer picnics, or as a light and nourishing side dish. Gluten-free adaptation tips and vegan-friendly, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Orzo pasta
- 15 ounces Canned black beans
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Avocado
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
While the orzo is cooking, drain and rinse the canned black beans and set them aside.
Dice the cherry tomatoes into quarters and the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the fresh cilantro and red onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo (rinsed under cold water to cool), black beans, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cilantro, red onion, and sweet corn kernels.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl and toss gently until well combined.
Peel, pit, and dice the avocado, then add it to the salad. Toss gently to incorporate without mashing the avocado.
Serve immediately as a standalone dish or as a side. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2725 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.0 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 78.0 g | 279% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 76.8 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 4198 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
