Description
A delightful dish featuring charred corn, tender orzo pasta, and fresh herbs, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup scallions (sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for grilling
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions and drain.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and add the corn kernels, charring them over medium-high heat until slightly blackened.
- Combine the cooked orzo, charred corn, scallions, and dill in a mixing bowl.
- Mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add additional toppings like feta or nuts for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: charred corn, orzo salad, summer salad, vegetarian dish, easy recipe