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Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing

A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring grilled corn, tender orzo pasta, and a zesty scallion dill dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 2 ears corn husked and cleaned
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 3 tablespoons scallions finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Orzo
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain the orzo and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Grill the Corn
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the corn on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until charred and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  2. Remove the corn from the grill and let it cool slightly. Once cool, cut the kernels off the cob.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, chopped scallions, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, grilled corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and dill.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
  1. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors will meld beautifully as it sits.

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