SALSA, ORZO, AND BLACK BEAN SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Bean     Orzo

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
One 15-to 16-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen or fresh corn kernels, cooked
1/2 medium green or red bell pepper, finely diced
1 cup prepared salsa, any interesting flavor (try chipotle or cilantro-garlic)
1/4 to 1/2 chopped fresh cilantro
2 to 3 scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice, or more to taste
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al dente. Drain and rinse until cool, then drain well again.
  • Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients in a serving bowl. Add the cooked orzo and toss together. Check the seasoning and serve.
  • menu suggestions
  • This is a pleasant accompaniment to Tofu Rancheros (page 58). Embellish the plates with sliced avocados and oranges.
  • Serve with Quinoa with Corn and Scallions (page 91) and a salad of mixed greens, tomatoes, avocado, and olives.
  • nutrition information
  • Calories: 272
  • Total Fat: 6g
  • Protein: 10.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sodium: 280mg

Nalukwago Zaina
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Boluwatife David
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of the orzo, black beans, and salsa. It's a great dish for summer.


Hd Sujid
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to bring to a potluck or party.


Inab Medical
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo. It's also a healthy and delicious dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner.


Abuchi Nweze
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The orzo, black beans, and salsa are a perfect match.


Rama Lee
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This is a great salad for summer. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


Santosh Sharma
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Zain Jee
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This salad is delicious! I added some chopped avocado and it was even better.


AKIF AMIR
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I love this salad! It's so flavorful and refreshing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Jawad Arshad
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of the orzo, black beans, and salsa. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Avindu Imesh
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Kore finance
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo and black beans. It's also a healthy and refreshing dish that's perfect for summer. I added some chopped red onion and cilantro to mine, and it was delicious!