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Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing

Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing Bliss

Enjoy a vibrant Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and packed with nutrients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo or quinoa or another short pasta
  • 2 ears Corn fresh sweet corn or frozen charred corn
  • 4 pieces Scallions or sautéed shallots or marinated red onions
  • 1 cup Edamame or fava beans or white beans
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts jarred marinated ones or sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 cups Arugula or spinach or baby kale
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Avocado Oil or canola or grapeseed oil
  • 1 medium Lemon fresh lemon juice is a must
  • 2 tablespoons Herbs (Dill & Oregano) or basil or parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Miso Paste or nutritional yeast or Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove Garlic or roasted garlic
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Parmesan optional, or nutritional yeast

Equipment

  • large pot
  • grill pan
  • blender
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Orzo: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add orzo, and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool slightly in a mixing bowl.
  2. Grill the Corn: Preheat grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill corn for 10–12 minutes until charred. Set aside to cool before cutting kernels.
  3. Sear the Scallions & Cook Garlic: Sear scallion whites in avocado oil for 2–3 minutes. Sauté minced garlic in the same pan for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Make the Dressing: Blend cooled garlic, scallions, lemon zest and juice, vinegar, avocado oil, miso, and salt until creamy.
  5. Assemble the Salad: Mix orzo, corn, artichoke hearts, edamame, oregano, and arugula in a bowl.
  6. Serve or Store: Drizzle dressing over salad, toss to coat, and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients matter; use sweet corn for best flavor. Adjust dressing ingredients to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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