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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 and nutritious dish, perfect for BBQs and meal prep, offering vegan and gluten-free options.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Orzo or gluten-free pasta or quinoa
  • 2 ears Corn grilled
  • 4 stalks Scallions lightly seared
  • 1 cup Edamame fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts marinated preferred
For the Dressing
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced and sautéed
  • 1 Lemon juice and zest
  • 1 tbsp Miso Paste or nutritional yeast
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Dill
  • 3 tbsp Oil avocado or olive oil
Additional Flavors
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 2 cups Arugula or baby kale
  • 0.5 cup Vegan Parm optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Grill Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • blender

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 in a mixing bowl.
  2. Grill the Corn: Preheat grill pan, grill corn for 10-12 minutes until charred. Cool slightly and remove kernels.
  3. Sear Scallions and Cook Garlic: Sear scallion whites in the grill pan for 1-2 minutes. Sauté minced garlic until golden brown in a separate pan.
  4. Make the Dressing: Blend sautéed garlic, seared scallions, lemon zest, juice, vinegar, oil, miso, and salt until smooth. Add dill and blend again.
  5. Assemble the Salad: Combine orzo, grilled corn, remaining scallions, artichoke hearts, edamame, oregano, and arugula in a bowl. Toss and drizzle dressing over it.
  6. Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Top with shaved vegan parmesan when serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 3 months.

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