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Grilled Corn Orzo Salad

Fresh Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing

Enjoy this vibrant Grilled Corn Orzo Salad, a colorful and healthy dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo substitute with gluten-free grains like quinoa or any short pasta
  • 2 ears Corn use fresh sweet corn for best flavor or frozen charred corn for convenience
  • 4 scallions Scallions sautéed shallots or marinated red onions can be used as substitutes
  • 1 cup Edamame swap with fava beans or white beans for variety
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts jarred marinated ones are recommended or try sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 cups Arugula substitute with spinach or baby kale if desired
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Oil use avocado oil for grilling; other neutral oils like canola or grapeseed work well too
  • 1 juice of Lemon fresh lemons are best for both juice and zest
  • 2 tablespoons Herbs Dill and oregano enhance the taste; feel free to substitute fresh basil or parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Miso Paste for a lighter flavor, replace with nutritional yeast or Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh is always best, but garlic powder can work in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Parm optional for a cheesy flavor; nutritional yeast serves as a great alternative

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Pot
  • Colander
  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it is al dente. Once cooked, drain the orzo in a colander and rinse it under cold water to halt the cooking process. Set it aside to cool while you prepare the other ingredients.
  2. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Once hot, place the corn directly on the grill, cooking for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the kernels are charred. After grilling, transfer the corn to a cutting board and let it cool completely.
  3. In the same hot grill pan, add a drizzle of avocado oil and throw in the white parts of the scallions alongside minced garlic. Sear for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn fragrant and lightly golden.
  4. In a blender, combine the sautéed scallions and garlic, fresh lemon juice, zest, vinegar, avocado oil, miso paste, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds. Fold in chopped fresh dill.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled orzo, charred corn, seared scallions, edamame, artichoke hearts, and arugula. Gently toss all the ingredients together. Then, pour the creamy dressing over the salad and toss again until everything is evenly coated.
  6. You can serve your Grilled Corn Orzo Salad immediately or refrigerate it for later enjoyment. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider topping with a sprinkle of vegan parmesan for an extra layer of flavor before serving.

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