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Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing

Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Creamy Scallion Dill Dressing

This Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing combines smoky grilled corn and creamy dressing for a flavorful and healthy dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 cup Orzo or any short pasta or quinoa
  • 4 ears Corn fresh sweet corn preferred
  • 4 stalks Scallions white parts only
  • 1 cup Edamame can be swapped for fava beans or white beans
  • 2 cups Arugula can substitute with spinach or baby kale
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Avocado Oil or other neutral oils
  • 1 large Lemon zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons Herbs (Dill and Oregano) can substitute with basil or parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Miso Paste or nutritional yeast/Dijon mustard
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts can substitute with sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Parmesan nutritional yeast can provide a similar taste

Equipment

  • grill pan
  • Large pot
  • Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo for 8–10 minutes, then drain and let cool.
  2. Preheat a grill pan and grill the corn for 10–12 minutes until charred and tender. Let cool and cut off the kernels.
  3. Sear the white parts of the scallions in the grill pan, then add minced garlic and sauté until golden.
  4. Blend seared scallions, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, oil, and miso until smooth.
  5. Combine orzo, corn, edamame, arugula, and any optional veggies in a bowl. Toss with dressing.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the salad chill for better flavor integration. Customize with your favorite seasonal vegetables.

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