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Barilla Cowboy Caviar Orzo Pasta Salad

Barilla Cowboy Caviar Orzo Pasta Salad

Colourful pasta salad loaded with chorizo, black eyed peas, black beans and corn

35 minutes total

Also known as Texas caviar, this colourful bean salad with smoky chorizo, crumbled feta cheese and perfectly al dente Barilla Orzo pasta is an easy and flavourful recipe for any occasion! More than just a chip dip, the Barilla Cowboy Caviar Orzo Pasta Salad stands as a delicious meal on its own, and is a perfect appetizer to take along to parties and potlucks.

Ingredients

Serves 6

1/2 box Barilla Orzo pasta
1 chorizo sausage, cubed
3 tomatoes, cut brunoise style
1 red or green bell pepper, cut brunoise style
1 jalapeño, chopped
1/2 can black eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1/2 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup corn kernels, fresh or canned
Tostitos for serving

For the vinaigrette

1/3 cup cilantro
1 small French shallot
1 garlic clove
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cold water
2 tsp wine or cider vinegar
1 lime, juiced
1 tsp honey
1/2 tsp ground chipotle
1/2 tsp ground cumin
To taste salt and ground pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs

Method

Step 1

In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the Barilla Orzo pasta until al dente. Drain, then let cool.

Step 2

Using a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil, cook the cubed chorizo over medium heat for about 2 minutes or until browned. Remove and let cool.

Step 3

When ready, combine all the ingredients and mix.

Step 4

Serve with crumbled Tostitos and additional feta cheese.