Best 9 Corn And Zucchini Orzo Salad Recipes

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Corn and zucchini orzo salad is a bright, flavorful dish that's easy to make and always a hit. Made with fresh corn, zucchini, orzo pasta, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a zesty dressing, this salad is a perfect side dish or lunch option. It can be made ahead of time and is great for picnics, potlucks, and barbecues.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CORN AND ZUCCHINI ORZO SALAD



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This summer-fresh big-bath salad of corn and zucchini orzo makes enough salad for two meals. Save 4 cups to use in our Corn, Zucchini, and Pasta Frittata.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 medium zucchini, diced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound orzo
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
5 cups corn kernels (from 6 ears corn)
1 small red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 3 lemons)
1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
4 ounces feta, crumbled (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Place zucchini in a colander and toss with salt. Place colander in sink and let sit 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking; transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 4 minutes. Add to pasta along with zucchini, 3 tablespoons oil, onion, jalapeno, and lemon zest and juice; season with salt and pepper. Stir in basil and feta. Transfer 4 cups salad to an airtight container; refrigerate for up to 2 days and use to make the Corn, Zucchini, and Pasta Frittata.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

ORZO WITH ZUCCHINI



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Orzo is paired with herby zucchini and crumbled feta for a meal or side that's great warm or at room temperature.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups orzo
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 scallions (white and green parts kept separate), chopped
2 zucchini, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Stir in the orzo and cook according to package directions for al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the scallion whites and zucchini; cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the orzo, scallion greens, parsley, mint and 1 cup water. Simmer, uncovered, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the feta.

CORN, TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 12h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ears of corn, cooked
8 small vine ripened tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1 inch chunks
1 small red onion, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon mustard
2 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4 medium zucchini, seeded, cut into 3/4 inch thick half moons and parboiled for 1 minute
Washed lettuce leaves
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, cut into slivers

Steps:

  • Slice the kernels off the corn cobs and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Combine with the tomatoes and red onion. Make a dressing of the olive oil mustard and vinegar and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the dressing to the vegetables and toss; marinate overnight. Right before serving, combine the zucchini with the rest of the ingredients; transfer them to a platter lined with lettuce and garnish with pitted olives.

ORZO SALAD WITH CORN, TOMATOES, & BASIL



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Make and share this Orzo Salad With Corn, Tomatoes, & Basil recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears)
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup vertically sliced red onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • To prepare dressing, combine first 6 ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously.
  • To prepare salad, cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  • Drain, and place in a large bowl.
  • Spoon half of dressing over pasta; toss to coat.
  • Cool to room temperature.
  • Add the remaining dressing, corn, tomato, onion, and basil to pasta; toss to coat.
  • Let stand 30 minutes.

ONE-POT ORZO WITH TOMATOES, CORN AND ZUCCHINI



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This recipe is inspired by the tail end of summer, when fresh produce and herbs abound but the heat waves are finally starting to relent. And while this dish makes a wonderful stage for the season's produce at its peak, it can also turn sad-looking February vegetables into a sauce that makes it feel like summer. The trick is to sauté the tomatoes slowly, until they've collapsed and become deeply sweet and fragrant. The orzo cooks right in the sauce, which cuts down on the dishes and allows the pasta to absorb the flavor as it cooks. If you prefer a larger pasta shape, stick to the traditional method of boiling pasta for best results, and save some pasta water to help loosen the sauce. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     pastas

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 Vidalia or yellow onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
Black pepper, to taste
1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, seeded and 1/2-inch diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup torn fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/4 cups orzo
Kernels from one ear of corn (about 1/2 cup)
1 cup torn or medium-diced fresh mozzarella (about 5 ounces)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet, for which you have a lid, set over medium. And the onions, lightly season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. Turn the heat to medium-low, add the zucchini and garlic, and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the tomatoes, basil, red-pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have completely collapsed, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar and tomato paste and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the orzo, corn, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, mix well, and turn the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pan 3 or 4 times, until the pasta is cooked. The pasta should look "saucy" as it cooks; if at any point it looks dry, add another 1/4 cup water.
  • Off the heat, add the mozzarella and Parmesan and stir gently until just combined. Top with fresh basil and more red-pepper flakes if desired, and serve hot.

ZUCCHINI, TOMATO, AND CORN SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Vegetarian     Lemon     Basil     Corn     Zucchini     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds medium zucchini
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 cup fresh corn kernels (cut from 2 ears)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise (2 cups)
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
Special equipment: an adjustable-blade slicer with julienne cutter or a julienne peeler

Steps:

  • Working with 1 zucchini at a time, cut lengthwise into very thin (julienne) strips with slicer, turning zucchini and avoiding core. Discard core.
  • Toss zucchini strips with 1 teaspoon salt and let drain in a colander set over a bowl, covered and chilled, 1 hour.
  • Gently squeeze handfuls of zucchini to remove excess water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Cook corn in a small saucepan of boiling water until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, then rinse under cold water and pat dry.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, sugar, pepper, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking. Add zucchini, corn, tomatoes, and basil and toss well.

CORN CHOWDER WITH ZUCCHINI AND ORZO



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This hearty fresh corn soup doesn't take long to make and it can be your main course.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 medium zucchini, diced medium
Reserved cooked orzo
1 bunch scallions, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
Salt and pepper
3 cups corn kernels (from 4 ears), cobs reserved

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high. Add zucchini and saute until crisp-tender, 4 minutes. Stir in orzo and heat until warmed through. Transfer to a bowl and toss with scallion greens; season with salt and pepper.
  • Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in saucepan over medium-high. Add scallion whites and saute until tender, 3 minutes. Add corn and cook until tender, 3 minutes. Add 3 cups water and corncobs and bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer and cook until chowder thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Discard cobs and season with salt and pepper. In batches, fill a blender halfway with chowder and puree (use caution when blending hot liquids). Serve chowder topped with zucchini mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g

CORN & PEPPER ORZO



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This fragrant side packs flavor in but keeps extra fat, calories and sodium out. Red pepper lends sweetness and color to the eye-catching dish. Angela Hanks - St. Albans, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper and onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add the corn, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Drain pasta; stir into the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED CORN AND ORZO SALAD



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This is one of my summertime favorites. With fresh vegetables, roasted corn, and feta cheese covering fresh orzo, this will be one of yours too.

Provided by Dan330

Categories     Summer

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
6 large ears of corn, husked and kernels removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 orange bell pepper, diced small
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons chopped marjoram
2 cups orzo pasta
8 ounces feta cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare the vinaigrette by mixing the red wine vinegar, mustard, shallots, and olive oil in a medium bowl.
  • Husk and remove kernels from cobs of corn. Then sprinkle with the olive oil and use salt and pepper to season to taste. Spread onto a baking sheet and roast in oven at 400 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes until the corn is tender.
  • Prepare the vegetables by dicing the bell pepper, slicing the green onions, halving the tomatoes and chopping the marjoram.
  • Make the Orzo by following the directions on its box.
  • Toss the vinaigrette, corn, veggies and Orzo. Crumble the feta cheese on top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.7, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 21.4, Sodium 537.9, Carbohydrate 45.8, Fiber 4, Sugar 9.1, Protein 11.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh corn and zucchini are essential for this salad. If you can't find fresh corn, you can use frozen corn that has been thawed and drained.
  • Cook the orzo al dente: Orzo should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked orzo will be mushy.
  • Let the salad cool before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh basil, oregano, or thyme will add a pop of flavor to the salad.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread: This will help to soak up the dressing and make a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Corn and zucchini orzo salad is a delicious and refreshing summer dish. It is packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing. This salad is perfect for a potluck, picnic, or backyard barbecue. It is also a great way to use up leftover corn and zucchini. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy summer meal, give corn and zucchini orzo salad a try.

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