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Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing

Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing Bliss

This Grilled Corn Orzo Salad with Scallion Dill Dressing is a vibrant, vegan dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo or any small pasta or gluten-free grain like quinoa
  • 2 ears Corn fresh sweet yellow corn preferred
  • 4 units Scallions can replace with shallots
  • 1 cup Edamame or fava beans
  • 2 cups Arugula or spinach
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts jarred marinated preferred
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Oil avocado oil recommended
  • 1 unit Lemon juice and zest
  • 2 tablespoons Herbs (Dill, Oregano) fresh herbs serve best
  • 1 tablespoon Miso Paste or nutritional yeast
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Parm nutritional yeast can enhance flavor

Equipment

  • grill pan
  • blender
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook Orzo: Boil salted water, add orzo, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. Grill Corn: Preheat grill pan and grill corn for 10-12 minutes until charred. Cool, then slice off cob.
  3. Sear Scallions: Grill halved scallions for 1-2 minutes. Sauté minced garlic in oil until golden.
  4. Make Dressing: Blend garlic, scallions, lemon juice, vinegar, avocado oil, miso, salt, dill, and oregano until smooth.
  5. Assemble Salad: Combine sliced corn, orzo, artichoke hearts, edamame, arugula, and dressing; mix well.
  6. Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure all components are cooled before assembly. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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