Corn Orzo Salad
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining sweet grilled corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 ears corn, grilled and kernels removed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package directions; drain and let cool.
- Combine in a large bowl the cooled orzo, grilled corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, and dill.
- Whisk together in a small bowl the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Make the salad a few hours in advance to enhance the flavors. Customize with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Find it online: https://www.glutenfreez.com/corn-orzo-salad/