**Roasted Corn Orzo Salad with Cilantro Pesto: A Burst of Summer Flavors**
If you're looking for a vibrant and flavorful summer salad, look no further than this roasted corn orzo salad with cilantro pesto. This delightful dish combines the sweetness of roasted corn, the nutty flavor of orzo pasta, and the freshness of cilantro pesto, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. It's perfect for backyard barbecues, potlucks, or simply as a light and refreshing meal on a hot summer day. The cilantro pesto adds a zesty touch, while the roasted corn gives the salad a smoky and slightly caramelized flavor. Topped with crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts, this salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser that will leave you feeling satisfied and refreshed.
**Recipes Included in the Article:**
1. **Roasted Corn Orzo Salad:** This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for preparing the salad, including roasting the corn, cooking the orzo, and assembling the salad with the cilantro pesto dressing.
2. **Cilantro Pesto:** This recipe guides you through the process of making a flavorful cilantro pesto from scratch, using fresh cilantro, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts.
3. **Roasted Red Pepper and Corn Salsa:** This bonus recipe offers a vibrant and tangy salsa made with roasted red peppers, corn, tomatoes, and a blend of spices. It's a perfect accompaniment to the roasted corn orzo salad or can be enjoyed separately as a dip or condiment.
MEDITERRANEAN ORZO SALAD
You'll love this easy orzo salad loaded with chopped veggies, fresh herbs and other Mediterranean favorites. Tossed in a bold lemony dressing. For the best flavor, dress the Mediterranean orzo salad while the orzo is still a little warm. Pasta that hasn't cooled completely will drink up the dressing really well. And allow the salad to sit for at least a few minutes (or up to an hour in the fridge) for the flavors to meld before serving.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Salad
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the orzo pasta according package instructions (mine took about 8 minutes). Drain and cool briefly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grape tomatoes, green onions, bell peppers, parsley, dill, olives and capers (hold the feta for now). Add the orzo pasta.
- Make the dressing. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano and a good pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined and the orzo pasta is well coated with the dressing.
- Top with pieces of creamy feta cheese. Cover and refrigerate for a bit before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Sodium 39.4 mg, Fiber 2.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ROASTED CORN ORZO PASTA SALAD
This easy Orzo Pasta Salad with roasted corn and sliced tomatoes is loaded with flavor by adding fresh herbs and garlic and tossing in a light lemony sauce.
Provided by Sherri Hagymas
Categories Appetizer
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook Orzo pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Add 1 tablespoons oil to a large skillet, add garlic and saute over medium-high heat,and cook for about 3 minutes.
- Add corn and saute 3 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl combine orzo, tomatoes and basil stir well.
- Then add in cooled corn and garlic mixture
- In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss well.
- Serve at room temperature.
- ENJOY!!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 9 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g
ORZO SALAD WITH CORN, ARUGULA AND CHERRY TOMATOES
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add the olive oil and onion to a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook until the onion is translucent and soft, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the onion cool.
- Cook the orzo according to the package directions.
- Grill or boil the corn until cooked and tender, about 5 minutes. Cut the kernels from the cobs.
- Mix together the onions, orzo, cherry tomatoes and corn in a large bowl. Gently fold in the arugula. Drizzle with lemon oil and sprinkle the Parmesan on top.
CORN & PEPPER ORZO
This fragrant side packs flavor in but keeps extra fat, calories and sodium out. Red pepper lends sweetness and color to the eye-catching dish. Angela Hanks - St. Albans, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper and onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add the corn, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Drain pasta; stir into the pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ORZO WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES
This recipe is a slight variation of a wonderful summer dish invented by Sarah Leah Chase in her book The Open House Cookbook.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Toss the eggplant, bell peppers, onion, and garlic with the olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large sheet pan. Roast for 40 minutes, until browned, turning once with a spatula.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo in boiling salted water for 7 to 9 minutes, until tender. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add the roasted vegetables to the pasta, scraping all the liquid and seasonings from the roasting pan into the pasta bowl.
- For the dressing, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and pour on the pasta and vegetables. Let cool to room temperature, then add the scallions, pignolis, feta, and basil. Check the seasonings, and serve at room temperature.
CORN SALAD WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND CILANTRO
High summer produce comes together in this simple mix, tangy with lime juice and full of fresh herbs. Even in the height of the season, corn gets a touch sweeter when heated, and the easiest way to do it is in the microwave. It takes just a few minutes to zap the corn cobs in their husks, which makes them easy to shuck. The silks will slip right off the sweeter and still-crisp corn. Picking basil and cilantro leaves by hand then tearing them right over the salad keeps their delicate fragrance intact. Serve this with anything off the grill or alongside tacos or sandwiches.
Provided by Genevieve Ko
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weeknight, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Microwave the corn in their husks on high for 3 minutes. Shuck the corn - the silks will come off easily. (If you want to boil or steam the corn on the stovetop, you can shuck the corn first then cook just until brighter in color, 2 to 3 minutes.) Cut the kernels off the cobs, transfer them to a large bowl and add the tomatoes.
- Finely grate the zest of the lime directly over the corn mixture, then squeeze the juice from the lime all over. Add the oil, a generous pinch of salt and the chile, if using. Mix well, then tear the herbs over the salad and gently fold them in. Season to taste with salt and serve, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Tips:
- Use fresh corn for the best flavor. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely before using.
- If you don't have orzo, you can use another small pasta shape, such as ditalini or penne.
- For a vegan version of the pesto, omit the Parmesan cheese and use nutritional yeast instead.
- If you like spicy food, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the pesto.
- For a more flavorful salad, roast the corn and orzo together on a baking sheet.
- Serve the salad warm or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
This roasted corn orzo salad with cilantro pesto is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. The roasted corn adds a sweet and smoky flavor to the salad, while the orzo and pesto provide a creamy and herbaceous balance. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob.
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