Summer Squash & Corn Orzo
This Summer Squash & Corn Orzo is a vibrant, comforting dish that celebrates the best of the season. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s ready in just 30 minutes, making it as practical as it is delicious.
Ingredients
For the pasta toss:
- 3/4 cup uncooked whole grain orzo (or sub in a gluten free grain)
- 1 cup basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup feta (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan (optional)
- Sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
- Drizzle of balsamic (optional)
For the squash sauté:
- 1-2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- About 2 cups sliced summer squash
- 1/2 cup corn (I used frozen, by all means use fresh if you have it)
- Generous splash white wine, to deglaze the pan (or big squeeze of lemon)
- Sea salt and fresh black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo until al dente, referring to your package for exact cooking times. Drain, reserving ½ cup cooking water, and set aside.
- Make the squash sauté: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and summer squash and a splash of white wine. Continue cooking until the wine reduces and the squash softens. Stir in the corn. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Raise the heat to medium-high and add the reserved pasta water. Stir in the orzo and mix until the vegetables and pasta are well combined. Add the basil, pine nuts, chives, and red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasonings, topping with the feta, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and/or balsamic, if desired.
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