Description
Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer with its bright flavors and nutritious ingredients. The delightful combination of grilled corn, creamy scallion dill dressing, and wholesome orzo makes it perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal. With plant-based goodness from edamame and arugula, this salad is not only satisfying but also a healthy choice for everyone. Whether served as a side or a stand-alone dish, it promises to impress your guests while offering a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 3 ears of corn
- 1 bunch green scallions
- 12 oz frozen edamame
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- 3 cups baby arugula
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Grill the corn on medium heat for about 10-12 minutes until charred; let cool before cutting off the kernels.
- Sear the white part of scallions and garlic in avocado oil for 2-3 minutes until fragrant; let cool.
- In a blender, combine sautéed garlic, seared scallions, lemon zest and juice, vinegar, olive oil, miso paste, and salt; blend until smooth. Mix in fresh dill.
- In the bowl with orzo, add corn kernels, sliced scallions, edamame, artichoke hearts, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), and arugula; pour dressing over and mix well.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg