Corn, Tomato, And Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Corn, Tomato, And Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves; 1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated; 2 teaspoons Garlic, Minced; 1/2 cups Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar; 1 whole Lemon Juice; 1-1/2 cup Orzo (uncooked); 1 package Frozen Corn Kernels (16 Oz), Thawed; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1-1/2 cup Grape Tomatoes, Cut In Half; 1 whole Medium Red Onion, Finely Chopped; 1/2 cups Pine Nuts, Toasted

Servings: persons

2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves
1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated
2 teaspoons Garlic, Minced
1/2 cups Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1 whole Lemon Juice
1-1/2 cup Orzo (uncooked)
1 package Frozen Corn Kernels (16 Oz), Thawed
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1-1/2 cup Grape Tomatoes, Cut In Half
1 whole Medium Red Onion, Finely Chopped
1/2 cups Pine Nuts, Toasted

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Make Salad Dressing
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1. Place basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and juice from lemon in blender and blend until finely chopped.
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2. Taste and adjust oil or basil as need.
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3. Set aside until needed for salad.
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Make Salad
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1. Cook orzo in large pot of boiling water until al dente, about 15 minutes. Five minutes before done, add corn.
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2. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Place into a large bowl. Add oil and mix to prevent orzo from sticking. Allow to cool slightly.
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3. Add tomatoes, onion, pine nuts, and dressing. Toss together.
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4. Serve at room temperature.

657

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves, 1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated, 2 teaspoons Garlic, Minced, 1/2 cups Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Corn, Tomato, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Corn, Tomato, And Orzo Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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