- Serves: 4 to 6
- Ingredient Notes: Vegetarian, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Peanut-free, Soy-free, Tree nut-free
Ingredients
- 1 bunch cilantro, rinsed and stems trimmed
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces orzo
- 1 (14-ounce) can black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup fresh or frozen and thawed corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded, grilled chicken (optional)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper, seeded and diced
Directions
Combine cilantro, lime juice, pumpkin seeds, garlic and cumin in a food processor; pulse to chop, scraping down the sides as needed. With the machine running, slowly drizzle in oil; season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cook orzo in salted, boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine orzo, cilantro pesto, beans, corn, chicken, tomatoes and peppers. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
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