Grilled Corn Summer Pasta Salad
featured in 7 Nights of Pasta
This colorful pasta salad is the perfect addition to any summer gathering. The grilled corn adds a smoky flavor to the dish while the fresh vegetables and herbs keep it light and refreshing.
Tasty Team
95% would make again
Total Time
35 minutes
35 min
Prep Time
20 minutes
20 min
Cook Time
15 minutes
15 min
Inspired by wellplated.com
Total Time
35 minutes
35 min
Prep Time
20 minutes
20 min
Cook Time
15 minutes
15 min
Ingredients
for 6 servings
Pasta Salad
- 2 ears corn
- olive oil, for brushing
- 8 oz dried orecchiette pasta (225 g), cooked according to package instructions
- 2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes (400 g)
- ½ cup diced red onion (75 g)
- 1 avocado, diced
Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette
- 1 ½ cups fresh cilantro (60 g)
- ⅓ cup olive oil (80 mL)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons honey
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Nutrition Info
- Calories 211
- Fat 9g
- Carbs 29g
- Fiber 4g
- Sugar 6g
- Protein 5g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Microwave the corn on a microwave-safe plate on high power for 7 minutes. Remove from the microwave. Grip the corn with a dish towel, then cut off the bottom end with a serrated knife. Slide the corn out of the husk. It should come out fairly easily with none of the silky, stringy mess.
- Brush the corn with olive oil, then place on a cast iron grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill for 5-6 minutes on each side, until the kernels are slightly charred.
- Insert the narrow end of an ear of corn into the center hole of a Bundt pan. Holding the corn steady with one hand, saw off the kernels with the serrated knife. The kernels will fall into the pan for easy collection.
- Make the cilantro-lime vinaigrette: Combine the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, honey, salt, and pepper in a food processor and blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, corn, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and vinaigrette and toss until evenly incorporated.
- Enjoy!
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