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Home » Recipes » Salads » Roasted Corn Orzo Pasta Salad

Roasted Corn Orzo Pasta Salad

By Sherri On July 3, 2015, Updated August 2, 2020 39 Comments

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Orzo pasta salad with corn and tomatoes
orzo pasta salad recipe with corn and tomatoes

This Orzo Pasta Salad with roasted corn and sliced cherry tomatoes has loads of delicious flavors from simply adding fresh herbs and garlic and tossing with a fabulous light lemony sauce.

This orzo salad is a twist on traditional pasta salads with using orzo pasta (instead of elbow or rotini macaroni) and no mayo.  It is always a hit at any potlucks and barbecues!   This Italian Pasta Salad is another favorite of mine too!

Orzo Pasta Salad with corn and sliced cherry tomatoes in a white bowl

 

This pasta salad is another incredibly simple side dish to make and wow anyone who eats it. I love the exta flavor that sauteing garlic and then roasting the corn before adding it to the orzo pasta, tomatoes, and fresh basil.

The sauce is so light but full of flavor. It’s a simply olive oil, red wine vinegar and lemon juice for the perfect blend. You could even add feta cheese for an even bolder flavor.

I made it ahead of time for our Summer camping trip this weekend.  I like to serve it with our favorite Italian grilled chicken and some slices of watermelon for a simple, healthy meal.

Orzo Pasta Salad with corn and sliced cherry tomatoes in a white bowl

How to Make Orzo Pasta Salad with Roasted Corn

Cook the orzo pasta according to package directions.

Drain and set aside to cool.

Add 1 tablespoons oil to a large skillet, add garlic and saute over medium-high heat,and cook for about 3 minutes.

sauteing garlic in a pan

Add corn and saute 3 more minutes.

roasting corn kernels in a pan

Remove from heat and let cool.

In a large bowl combine orzo, tomatoes and basil.   Stir well.

Tomatoes and fresh basil over Orzo Pasta in a bowl

Then add in cooled corn and garlic

In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Pour dressing over salad and toss well.

Serve at room temperature.

ENJOY!!

Be sure to try these other hearty salad recipes too:

Southern Potato Salad

Southwest Quinoa Salad

Quinoa Tabouli Salad

Succotash Salad

Balsamic Broccoli Slaw

Orzo Pasta Salad with corn and sliced cherry tomatoes in a white bowl

Roasted Corn Orzo Pasta Salad

This easy Orzo Pasta Salad with roasted corn and sliced tomatoes is loaded with flavor by adding fresh herbs and garlic and tossing in a light lemony sauce.
4.92 from 12 votes
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 247kcal
Author: Sherri Hagymas

Ingredients

  • 1 TBSP coconut or olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb of frozen corn or 2 cups of fresh cooked corn
  • 1 pint of cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 lb of orzo pasta
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 TBSP red wine vinegar
  • 1 TBSP lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook Orzo pasta according to package directions.  Drain and set aside to cool.
  • Add 1 tablespoons oil to a large skillet, add garlic and saute over medium-high heat,and cook for about 3 minutes.
  • Add corn and saute 3 more minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let cool.
  • In a large bowl combine orzo, tomatoes and basil stir well.
  • Then add in cooled corn and garlic mixture
  • In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss well.
  • Serve at room temperature.
  • ENJOY!!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 17.8mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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  1. Miz Helen says

    September 10, 2017 at 10:26 am

    5 stars
    I love your Roasted Corn Orzo Pasta Salad! I really appreciate you sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and hope you are having a safe and enjoyable weekend.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  2. April J Harris says

    September 8, 2017 at 7:11 am

    5 stars
    What a lovely, colourful salad, Sherri! Pinning! Thank you so much for sharing and for being a part of Hearth and Soul Link Party.

    Reply
  3. Sheryl says

    July 4, 2017 at 10:55 pm

    I just made this salad and I’ve got a comment or two;

    – Perhaps this is a typo…Cook garlic in olive oil over “medium-high” heat for 3 minutes???? I’ve never cooked garlic for that long a time ever. I cooked mine for about a minute on lower heat and that seemed enough or the garlic would have burned. I’d love to hear if this is a typo or not.

    – Would I cook the corn again if I were to make this salad again? Well I’m not sure it does anything for the salad, so probably not. But I could be pursueded if I learn there is a reason for cooking it.

    Reply
  4. Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table says

    July 10, 2016 at 9:39 pm

    5 stars
    Love a simple yet scrumptious dish like this! Roasted corn is a summer favorite and the flavors here are spot on to celebrate summer!

    Reply
  5. Linda H. says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:20 am

    This looks and sounds so good. I’m going to make it for a crowd of about 40 for next weekend, so need to know how many your recipe would serve? Also, if I make this a day ahead, should I wait to put the dressing on it until serving time?

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    • Sherri says

      May 27, 2016 at 9:31 pm

      This recipe would probably serve 8-10 people (depending on the serving size) But with it usually being a side dish, I think if you quadrupled it you may be good. 🙂

      Reply
      • Linda H. says

        June 3, 2016 at 11:26 am

        Ok, thank you! Also, just wondering….are there different sizes of orzo (not the box size, but the size of the grain)?

        Reply
  6. [email protected] says

    July 17, 2015 at 1:07 am

    Finally a simple summer salad and so colorful. Perfect for a picnic. Trying this weekend, thanks.

    Reply
  7. SaraLily says

    July 15, 2015 at 6:05 pm

    Hello, yummy! This looks like such a summery side dish to pair with some steaks off the grill! Yes please!

    Reply
  8. Jann Olson says

    July 15, 2015 at 3:13 pm

    Hi Sherri, just wanted to let you know that you will be one of the features at SYC this week.
    hugs,
    Ja

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      July 17, 2015 at 8:10 am

      Thank you so much Jann!

      Reply
  9. Jann Olson says

    July 15, 2015 at 3:12 pm

    Hi Sherri, just wanted to let you know that you will be one of the features at SYC this week.
    hugs,
    Jann

    Reply
  10. Sarah R. says

    July 14, 2015 at 4:35 pm

    Oooh, yum- this is right up my alley! Perfect for hot summer days when you don’t feel like something heavy. Thank you so much for linking up at Snickerdoodle Sunday- hope to see your latest makes & bakes again this weekend!

    Sarah (Sadie Seasongoods)

    Reply
  11. swathi says

    July 13, 2015 at 5:09 pm

    Delicious pasta salad hard to resist, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop. pinning tweeting

    Reply
  12. Pattie @ Olla-Podrida says

    July 12, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    I love risotto, which is make with orzo pasta, right? This is a beautiful salad, but doesn’t that orzo need to be cooked before everything is assembled, or did I miss that?

    Reply
    • Sherri says

      July 13, 2015 at 8:08 am

      Thank you so much! From my understanding, risotto (the dish) is made with a type of Italian rice like arborio or other risotto rice and a broth. And orzo pasta is used in more casseroles or salads. I find the orzo in the pasta aisle and the rices needed for risotto in the rice aisle.

      Yes, it does need to be cooked prior to assembling. 🙂

      Reply
  13. Katherines Corner says

    July 11, 2015 at 11:04 pm

    5 stars
    I haven’t had orzo in such a long time. This looks so good. Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. Watch for your feature on Monday xo

    Reply
  14. Lou Lou Girls says

    July 11, 2015 at 1:24 pm

    Oh Yum! I get so excited each week to see what you have been working on because it’s always AMAZING! Thank you for sharing this with us. Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm, so we can party!!!! Lou Lou Girls

    Reply
  15. Jackie @ Crest Cottage says

    July 10, 2015 at 10:10 am

    This sounds perfect! I am going to have to make this next week. I love orzo salads!!!

    Reply
  16. Kathryn Doherty says

    July 10, 2015 at 8:50 am

    Yum! I love roasting corn, too 🙂 This is a perfect summer salad – would be great on a picnic, at a BBQ or just as a side for a grilling night.

    Reply
  17. Dee says

    July 8, 2015 at 8:42 pm

    These all look delicious! Pinned. 🙂

    Reply
  18. Carlee says

    July 7, 2015 at 10:09 am

    Yum! This looks delicious! We will have to try it soon.

    Reply
  19. Natasha in Oz says

    July 7, 2015 at 2:12 am

    5 stars
    I have a packet of orzo in my pantry and had no idea what to do with it-now I know! Thanks for the recipe. I’m pinning it now.

    If you have a minute to spare I’d be thrilled if you could share your post at my weekly Sundays Down Under linky party. It’s on now and this would be a fabulous addition.

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

    Reply
  20. Renz says

    July 6, 2015 at 9:06 pm

    Hi. This looks really yummy. I’ve never tried orzo before. This is tempting me to try . Swinging by from Anything goes with Kathe!!

    Reply
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