Southwestern Orzo Salad Recipes

Steps:

• 1. Cook Orzo according to the directions on the box. 2. Remove from heat; drain and rinse with cold water. 3. Sauté scallions and tomatoes until fragrant and the tomatoes begin to wilt. Put in the fridge to cool. 4. In a large salad bowl, combine cooled orzo, sweet corn, black beans, tomatoes, and avocado chunks; set aside. 5. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. 6. Add as much dressing as you want to the prepared orzo salad. Refrigerate any remaining salad dressing. 7. Toss salad, cover, and refrigerate for 20 minutes. 8. Garnish with parmesan cheese. 9.Serve.

Steps:

• In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken, zucchini, red pepper and onion in oil for 6-8 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package directions., Stir the beans, corn, salsa, salad dressing, chili powder and garlic into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese until slightly melted. Remove from the heat; whisk in sour cream until smooth. Drain orzo; serve with chicken mixture.