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Cilantro-Lime Orzo Pasta Salad
Cilantro-Lime Orzo Pasta Salad is light, refreshing, delicious, and perfect for picnics, potlucks, and backyard barbecues.
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 248 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Italian , American
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 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 bunch green onions sliced
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
- 1 pint Cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 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.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
248kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
109mg
(5%)
Potassium
320mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1020IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
49.8mg
(55%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
1.3mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 109mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1020IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 49.8mg | 55% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.