PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND CORN

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This simple salad makes use of two summer favorites: fresh ripe corn and perfect plum tomatoes.

Provided by Katie Morford

Categories     Salad     Pasta     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Parmesan     Basil     Corn     Spring     Bon Appétit     San Francisco     California     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoons olive oil
5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from 3 ears) or frozen, thawed
1 1/4 pounds plum tomatoes, chopped
8 ounces penne pasta, freshly cooked
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk 4 tablespoons oil, vinegar, basil and garlic in large bowl to blend. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add corn; sauté 3 minutes. Add corn to dressing in bowl. Add tomatoes, pasta and cheese to bowl and toss to blend. Season salad with salt and pepper.

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