Best 8 Tomato And Corn Pasta Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this tantalizing Tomato and Corn Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that bursts with summer's bounty. This vibrant salad combines the sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the crispness of bell peppers, the crunch of celery, and the juicy burst of corn, all tossed in a zesty vinaigrette dressing. Served chilled, this refreshing salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light and flavorful lunch. It's a vibrant and versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. From a classic Italian dressing to a tangy Greek vinaigrette, the dressing adds a burst of flavor that complements the fresh ingredients. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this Tomato and Corn Pasta Salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CORN PASTA SALAD



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After tasting this cool salad at a family reunion, I immediately asked for the recipe. It has tricolor pasta, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes and crunchy peppers to make it pretty and tasty. -Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups cooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 cup chopped celery
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/2 cup diced pimientos
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 cup picante sauce
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the picante sauce, oil, lemon juice, garlic, sugar and salt; shake well. , Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND CORN



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This simple salad makes use of two summer favorites: fresh ripe corn and perfect plum tomatoes.

Provided by Katie Morford

Categories     Salad     Pasta     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Parmesan     Basil     Corn     Spring     Bon Appétit     San Francisco     California     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoons olive oil
5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from 3 ears) or frozen, thawed
1 1/4 pounds plum tomatoes, chopped
8 ounces penne pasta, freshly cooked
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk 4 tablespoons oil, vinegar, basil and garlic in large bowl to blend. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add corn; sauté 3 minutes. Add corn to dressing in bowl. Add tomatoes, pasta and cheese to bowl and toss to blend. Season salad with salt and pepper.

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND CORN



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This is a great summertime and end of summer pasta. It is a a great way to use all those garden tomatoes and fresh corn. It takes almost no time to prepare and tastes delicious! Feel free to use your favorite pasta. I use thin spaghetti.

Provided by Simmi G

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces pasta
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ cup whole corn kernels, cooked
4 tomatoes, chopped
½ cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and dried basil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the tomatoes, corn kernels, and scallions. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Toss pasta with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh basil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.8 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 61.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

CORN AND TOMATO PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt
1 pound farfalle pasta
2/3 cup mustard vinaigrette (see directions)
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 ears of corn, husked
2 cups assorted cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered if large
1/2 small bulb fennel, cored and thinly sliced, plus 1/3 cup chopped fronds
1/2 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
Freshly ground pepper
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Drain and let cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, whisk the vinaigrette, shallot and lemon zest in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Preheat the broiler. Place the corn on a baking sheet and broil, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly, then cut off the kernels.
  • Add the pasta, corn, tomatoes, fennel and fronds, and basil to the vinaigrette; toss to coat and season with salt and pepper. Gently fold in half of the goat cheese, then top with the rest.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a few grinds of pepper in a bowl. Slowly drizzle in 2/3 cup olive oil, whisking constantly, until thick and smooth. Add more salt and pepper to taste. (Makes about 1 cup.)

CREAMY CORN AND TOMATO PASTA SALAD



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Enjoy best-of-summer flavors all year long with this corn and tomato pasta salad in a sour cream-and-chive dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8 ounces dried fusilli
1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. About 3 minutes before the pasta is done, add the corn to the pot. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the tomatoes and scallions to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

CONTEST-WINNING TOMATO CORN SALAD



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Warm and colorful, this tantalizing side dish bursts with refreshing vegetable flavor. Fresh herbs and Dijon mustard add the pizzazz. - Carrie Componile, Roselle Park, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh corn (about 9 ears of corn)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a large skillet, saute corn in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in mustard. Add to vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

SWEET CORN AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SALSA



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Just stir together a few simple ingredients, and you've got a hearty Mediterranean-inspired salsa, perfect with a baguette or some pita chips.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Condiment

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel sweet corn less sodium, drained
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans, drained, rinsed
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
2 teaspoons oil from jar of sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Fill small saucepan three-fourths full of water; heat to boiling. Add corn; cook 5 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water until cool.
  • In medium bowl, gently mix corn, beans, avocado, tomatoes, oil, parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. This will ensure the best flavor for your pasta salad.
  • Choose a good quality pasta. A sturdy pasta like penne or rotini will hold up well in the salad.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means cooking it until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Let the pasta cool completely before adding it to the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and texture to the salad.
  • Don't be afraid to use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and oregano will add a lot of flavor to the salad.
  • Use a good quality dressing. A simple vinaigrette or a creamy dressing will work well with this salad.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep the pasta salad refreshing and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Tomato and corn pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a tomato and corn pasta salad that everyone will love.

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