Roasted Corn Orzo Pasta Salad
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Roasted Corn Orzo Pasta Salad
Description
This salad begins by cooking orzo pasta until tender then cooling it. Corn is sautéed with garlic in oil to enhance its sweet flavor with subtle savory notes. Cherry tomatoes and fresh basil provide a fresh, juicy, and aromatic contrast.
The dressing is a simple vinaigrette made from olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, which is poured over the mixture and tossed to coat evenly. The result is a light, flavorful pasta salad with a combination of textures from the soft pasta, crisp corn, and juicy tomatoes.
Serving it at room temperature emphasizes the freshness and makes it practical for gatherings where it can be prepared ahead. It works well alongside grilled meats or as a light vegetarian option.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb corn frozen or 2 cups fresh cooked
- 1 pint cherry tomato
- ½ lb orzo pasta
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup basil chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Orzo pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Add 1 tablespoons oil to a large skillet, add garlic and saute over medium-high heat,and cook for about 3 minutes.
- Add corn and saute 3 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl combine orzo, tomatoes and basil stir well.
- Then add in cooled corn and garlic mixture
- In a medium bowl, combine ¼ cup olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss well.
- Serve at room temperature.
- ENJOY!!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 480IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 17.8mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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