ORZO AND CORN OFF THE COB

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Categories     Pasta     Quick & Easy     Healthy

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 fresh ears of corn
1 1/4 cups of orzo
1 cup Greek black olies, pitted and halved
1 medium red sweet pepper, chopped (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup finely snipped fresh basil
1/4 cup finely snipped fresh parsely
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tsp. white whine vinegar
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cut corn kernels off cob; you should have about 2 cups. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add the orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 or 9 minutes or until just tender, adding corn the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain well and place in a large serving bowl. 2. Add the olives, sweet pepper, and green onions; toss well. Add the basil, parsley, oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine. Serve at room temperature.

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