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Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing

Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing Bliss

A vibrant Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and packed with fresh flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo Gluten-free pasta or quinoa can be used as substitutes.
  • 3 ears Corn Fresh is best but frozen charred corn works.
  • 4 stalks Scallions Swap with shallots or marinated red onions if unavailable.
  • 1 cup Edamame May substitute with fava or white beans.
  • 2 cups Arugula Can be swapped with spinach or baby kale.
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts Jarred marinated hearts can enhance flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Avocado Oil Substitute with another neutral oil if needed.
  • 1 medium Lemon Freshly squeezed juice and zest are preferable.
  • 2 tablespoons Miso Paste Can be replaced with nutritional yeast or Dijon mustard.
  • 1/4 cup Herbs Dill and oregano provide flavor; fresh basil or parsley can be used as alternatives.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Parmesan Nutritional yeast can provide a similar taste.

Equipment

  • pot
  • skillet
  • Grill
  • Blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add orzo, and cook for 8–10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Husk and clean corn, brush with avocado oil, and grill for 10–12 minutes until charred. Cool and cut kernels off.
  3. Heat a drizzle of avocado oil in a skillet. Add chopped scallions and minced garlic; sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. In a blender, combine seared scallions and garlic, lemon zest and juice, vinegar, avocado oil, miso paste, and salt. Blend until smooth, then fold in fresh dill.
  5. In a bowl, combine cooked orzo, grilled corn, seared scallions, artichoke hearts, edamame, arugula, and herbs. Drizzle with dressing and toss.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is adaptable; feel free to swap ingredients based on seasonal availability or personal preference.

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