Description
Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that celebrates summer flavors, perfect for picnics or light dinners. This delightful salad combines sweet, charred corn with creamy scallion dill dressing, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Packed with nutritious ingredients like orzo, fresh herbs, and bright vegetables, it’s versatile enough to be served as a side or a plant-based main. Best of all, it’s quick and easy to prepare—ideal for those busy summer days!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 3 ears of corn
- 1 bunch green scallions
- 12 oz frozen edamame
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- Baby arugula
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and place in a large bowl.
- Grill corn on medium heat for about 10-12 minutes until charred; let cool and cut kernels off the cob.
- Sear chopped scallions and garlic on the grill pan until fragrant; blend with lemon zest, juice, olive oil, miso paste, and salt until smooth.
- Combine orzo, corn, scallions, edamame, arugula, and dressing in a bowl; mix well to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg