Grilled Corn Orzo Scallion Dill (Print)
Smoky grilled corn and tender orzo tossed with crisp vegetables in zesty scallion dill dressing.
# What You Need:
→ For the Salad
01 - 1 cup (200 g) dry orzo pasta
02 - 3 ears fresh corn, husked
03 - 1 cup (140 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small English cucumber, diced
05 - 1/2 red onion, finely diced
06 - 1/4 cup (30 g) feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
→ For the Scallion Dill Dressing
08 - 3 scallions, roughly chopped
09 - 1/4 cup (8 g) fresh dill, chopped
10 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 clove garlic
15 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush the corn lightly with olive oil and grill, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool, then cut the kernels from the cobs.
03 - Cook orzo in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
04 - In a blender or food processor, combine scallions, fresh dill, olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, grilled corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and chopped dill. Toss gently.
06 - Pour the scallion dill dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
07 - Top with crumbled feta if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
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- The dressing hits this perfect bright, herby note that makes you want to eat it straight from the jar
- It actually tastes better after sitting in the fridge, making it ideal for prep-ahead meals or potlucks
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- The salad needs at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator for the flavors to really marry and develop
- Rinsing the orzo with cold water is non-negotiable unless you want gummy, clumped pasta
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- Cut the corn kernels off the cobs inside a large bowl to keep them from bouncing all over your counter
- Reserve a tablespoon of the dressing to drizzle over individual portions just before serving for the freshest flavor