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Summer Orzo Salad with Fresh Corn and Tomatoes

Summer Orzo Salad with Fresh Corn and Tomatoes Bliss

This Summer Orzo Salad with Fresh Corn and Tomatoes is a vibrant, quick, and healthy side for BBQs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Orzo Pasta Use high-quality semolina orzo for best results.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved to enhance flavor.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels Fresh off the cob is ideal.
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion Finely diced.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro Coarsely chopped.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Coarsely chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Light coating.
  • 3 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferable.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • sharp knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add orzo, and cook for 8-9 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely dice the red onion. Coarsely chop the cilantro and parsley. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
  4. In the mixing bowl, combine cooled orzo, tomatoes, corn, and red onion. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  5. Fold in chopped cilantro and parsley just before serving. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse orzo to prevent clumping. Add herbs right before serving for freshness. Whisk dressing until fully emulsified for best results.

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