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Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing

Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing Bliss

Enjoy a refreshing Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo or swap for gluten-free pasta or quinoa
  • 2 ears Corn fresh grilled or frozen charred corn
  • 3 stalks Scallions or sautéed shallots for bolder flavor
  • 1 cup Edamame or substitute with fava beans or white beans
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts jarred marinated or sun-dried tomatoes for a twist
  • 2 cups Arugula or spinach or baby kale
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Avocado Oil or sunflower or canola oil
  • 1 Lemon fresh juice and zest
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (Dill, Oregano) or basil or parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Miso Paste or nutritional yeast or dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves Garlic sauté until golden
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Parmesan optional, or nutritional yeast

Equipment

  • grill pan
  • Blender
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool in a mixing bowl.
  2. Preheat a grill pan over medium heat, husk the corn, brush with avocado oil, and grill for 10-12 minutes. Cut kernels off the cob.
  3. Sear the white parts of scallions in the grill pan, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Allow to cool.
  4. In a blender, combine seared scallions, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, oil, miso, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  5. Combine corn, scallion greens, artichoke hearts, edamame, oregano, arugula, and dressing in the bowl with orzo. Toss gently until mixed.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning in the dressing to taste. Maximize freshness by preparing components separately and assembling right before serving.

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