CORN, TOMATO, AND BASIL PASTA

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Salads aren't just about greens! This refreshing and light pasta salad with corn, leeks, tomatoes, lemon and ricotta is sure to satisfy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound medium shell pasta
Coarse salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 small leeks, white and light green parts, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise, and well washed (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 1/2 cups corn kernels (4 to 5 ears)
Freshly ground pepper
1 large pinch red-pepper flakes
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved (or grape tomatoes)
1/2 cup torn basil leaves
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 ounces ricotta salata cheese, crumbled or shaved

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and a generous amount of salt. Cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, and run under cold water to cool. Drain well; set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add leeks, and cook until translucent, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Add corn. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until color is set, and the corn is heated through, 3 to 4 minutes more. Remove from heat; let stand until cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, corn mixture, tomatoes, basil, parsley, lemon juice, and cheese. Toss to combine. Taste, and adjust for seasoning.

Duncan Ephantus
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This pasta dish is a must-try!


Lavern Phiri
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I can't wait to make this pasta dish again!


prince ifeanyi
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This pasta dish is a great way to celebrate summer.


Leonardo Padia
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I love the bright colors of this pasta dish.


Salif Ibrahim
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up fresh basil.


Bipan Shrestha
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I've made this pasta dish with different types of pasta and it's always delicious.


Prince Anss
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sheraz joiya
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I love the simplicity of this pasta dish. It's a great weeknight meal.


Saba Shahid
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover corn and tomatoes.


js ashik62
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I made this pasta dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Samir Thakur
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This pasta dish is delicious and easy to make! I love the fresh flavors of the corn, tomatoes, and basil.


Kedir Anbsse
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I've made this pasta dish several times and it's always a hit! It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce.


Tori Lynn
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This pasta dish is so flavorful and delicious! I love the combination of corn, tomatoes, and basil. It's a perfect meal for a summer night.


Nigatu Desha
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I made this pasta dish for my family last night and they loved it! It's a great dish for a summer meal.


Raza Samoo
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This pasta dish is amazing! The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Nikki Delozier
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I love this pasta dish! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Silent Motivator
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This pasta dish is delicious! The corn and tomatoes add a sweetness that pairs perfectly with the basil. I will definitely be making this again.


Bashir Sabiu
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I made this pasta dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The flavors are amazing and the dish is so easy to make.


IT'S PATAN
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This pasta dish is so fresh and flavorful! The corn, tomatoes, and basil are a perfect combination, and the pasta is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!