Cilantro Lime Confetti Orzo Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN ORZO PASTA SALAD WITH CILANTRO LIME DRESSING



Southwestern Orzo Pasta Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing image

Southwestern Orzo Pasta Salad with Cilantro - Lime Dressing is a fun, colorful and super flavorful addition to your Southwestern or Mexican-inspired meal!

Provided by By: Carol | From A Chef's Kitchen

Categories     Side Dishes - Salads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Salt
1 pound orzo pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes ((1 pint) halved)
2 cups corn kernels (from 3 cooked ears)
1/2 medium red onion (finely chopped (1/2 cup filled to heaping))
1 can (15-ounce) black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 bunch cilantro (with tender stems, coarsely chopped)
1 medium jalapeno pepper (coarsely chopped)
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lime juice
2 cloves garlic (coarsely chopped)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Cilantro sprigs and lime wedges (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the orzo and cook according to the package directions, being sure to not overcook.
  • Drain in a sieve or colander and immediately rinse with cold running tap water.
  • Drain again and toss with 1-2 tablespoons olive oil. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the tomatoes, corn, red onion and black beans and stir to combine.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender. Process until smooth.
  • Pour dressing over salad and stir well. Serve immediately garnished with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 538 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 124 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 20 g

TANGY CILANTRO LIME CONFETTI SALAD



Tangy Cilantro Lime Confetti Salad image

I love standout salads that burst with flavor-the kind that make you feel as if you're splurging without having to eat that piece of chocolate cake. This is one of my very favorites, and everyone I serve it to loves it as well. -Jasey McBurnett, Rock Springs, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 medium sweet orange peppers, chopped
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
1 container (10-1/2 ounces) cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
DRESSING:
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 garlic cloves, halved
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Place dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until creamy and light in color. Pour over vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges

MEXICAN ORZO SALAD



Mexican Orzo Salad image

This takes a little time for chopping, but for those who love Mexican food and orzo, you will love this fantastic tasting salad. It has the fresh taste of lime and cilantro!

Provided by Nancy Toth

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad

Time 2h34m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (16 ounce) package orzo pasta
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 small yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup chopped cilantro leaves
salt to taste
pepper to taste
5 limes, juiced
6 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the orzo, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Place the drained orzo in a large salad bowl, and fold in the red pepper, yellow pepper, green onions, red onion, chickpeas, kidney beans, black beans, corn, cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour the lime juice and oil over the salad, toss to coat, and refrigerate at least 2 hours to chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Carbohydrate 73.7 g, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 319.3 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CILANTRO BEEF ORZO



Cilantro Beef Orzo image

This is one of my favorite main dish orzo recipes. Quick and easy to make (always good for weeknight dinners), and it reheats well. It's actually not bad cold, either. Adapted from a Betty Crocker website recipe.

Provided by Muffin Goddess

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups beef broth
1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta (9 ounces) or 1 1/2 cups rosamarina pasta (9 ounces)
1 (11 ounce) can vacuum-packed whole kernel corn, undrained (such as Green Giant)
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
1 (10 ounce) can Ro-tel Mexican festival tomatoes, drained (if you don't like spicy, you can omit the tomatoes or use a less-spicy type)
2 teaspoons olive oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 lb extra-lean beef, sliced (such as stirfry beef)
1 medium bell pepper, cut into strips (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine broth, pasta, corn, chilies and tomatoes in a 2-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer for approximately 10 minutes, or until pasta is al dente.
  • Remove from heat and let stand until nearly all the liquid is absorbed.
  • While pasta is cooking, spray a 10-inch skillet with cooking spray. Add oil and heat over medium high heat. Saute sliced beef and bell pepper (if using) in oil for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned to your liking.
  • Stir beef and peppers into pasta mixture, then mix in cilantro and black olives (if using).
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731.3, Fat 44.7, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 56.2, Sodium 1570.2, Carbohydrate 66.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 17.8

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