Corn Basil and Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Corn Basil and Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 medium red onion, finely diced; ¼ cup white wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; ¾ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 8 ears fresh corn or 5 cups frozen corn; 8 ounces orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta); 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium red bell pepper, diced 1/4 inch; 1 ½ cups fresh basil, torn

Servings: persons

12 medium red onion, finely diced
¼ cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
¾ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
8 ears fresh corn or 5 cups frozen corn
8 ounces orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, diced 1/4 inch
1 ½ cups fresh basil, torn

1
In large bowl, stir together red onion, vinegar, lime juice, salt and pepper.
2
Let stand 15-20 minutes while preparing corn.
3
Holding ears of corn upright on cutting board, cut off kernels, being careful not to cut too deep.
4
Meanwhile, bring large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
5
Add orzo, cook 8 minutes or until just tender.
6
Add corn kernels, cook until water returns to a boil, 1 to 3 minutes.
7
Drain, rinse with cold water to cool.
8
Whisk oil into vinegar-onion mixture.
9
Add orzo, corn, bell pepper and basil.
10
Toss until evenly combined.
11
Refrigerate at least 1 hour.

692

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 medium red onion, finely diced, ¼ cup white wine vinegar, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Corn Basil and Orzo Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Corn Basil and Orzo Salad

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