GRILLED CORN PASTA SALAD

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A perfect warm-weather salad, this colorful dish is especially tasty when sweet corn, tomatoes, and zucchini are in season. The garden-fresh ingredients are lightly dressed in mild basil vinegar and oil, plus a blend of other herbs and seasonings. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large ears sweet corn in husks
1-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottom; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain. , Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. When corn is cool enough to handle, remove kernels from cobs and place in a large bowl. Add the pasta, tomatoes, zucchini and olives. , In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Md Minhaj
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This is the best grilled corn pasta salad I've ever had!


Inderpal Singh
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and addictive!


New Juck Box Channel
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. It's light, refreshing, and delicious.


Vanessa Bennie
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This salad is a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties and everyone loves it.


Tanni Hussain
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Nankwat Yilkyes
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a heartier meal.


Akbar khan
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I'm not a fan of feta cheese, so I used crumbled goat cheese instead. It was delicious!


Mian Sunny
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It tastes even better the next day.


Mujahid Ullah
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I love the pop of color that the tomatoes and basil add to this salad.


Sher Singh
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This salad is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in under 30 minutes.


Kotha Islam
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled corn.


Rambiswash Sah
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses, and it's always delicious.


Dear Kingo
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This is the perfect salad for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.


Md Alamgir
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I'm not usually a fan of corn, but this salad changed my mind! The grilled corn is so sweet and flavorful.


Ivan Daniel
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the grilled corn.


Bernard Chausse
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This grilled corn pasta salad is a summer staple at our house! The combination of grilled corn, sweet tomatoes, fresh basil, and salty feta is irresistible.