GRILLED CORN PASTA SALAD

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A perfect warm-weather salad, this colorful dish is especially tasty when sweet corn, tomatoes, and zucchini are in season. The garden-fresh ingredients are lightly dressed in mild basil vinegar and oil, plus a blend of other herbs and seasonings. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large ears sweet corn in husks
1-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottom; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain. , Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. , Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. When corn is cool enough to handle, remove kernels from cobs and place in a large bowl. Add the pasta, tomatoes, zucchini and olives. , In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Malcolm Jones
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Grilled corn pasta salad is one of my favorite summer dishes. It's so easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Benjamin Park
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This salad looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Sakhile Madida
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I would add some more herbs and spices to the dressing.


Nakame Betty
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of honey in the dressing.


Beauty ogbekile Esther ogbekile
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I'm not a huge fan of corn, but I loved this salad! The grilled corn added a nice sweetness and smokiness.


Tajdar Hamdani
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled corn.


Fullness of Christ Min
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick weeknight meal.


Darren Farley
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This is the perfect salad for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the grilled corn adds a delicious smoky flavor.


Music Player
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the grilled corn.


Malyka
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This grilled corn pasta salad is a summer staple at our house! The combination of grilled corn, fresh basil, and feta cheese is simply irresistible.