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    Oh My Veggies » Vegetarian Recipes » Vegetarian & Vegan Pasta Recipes

    Bell Pepper and Corn Pasta Salad

    Published: Jul 14, 2016 · by Nicole · Updated: Jan 10, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Bell Pepper and Corn Pasta Salad

    I will be the first to admit that summer is definitely not my favorite time of the year. Living in the southeast, you can often find me hibernating in the house in an attempt to escape the crazy heat and humidity. But the one bright light of the season? I adore all the wonderful fruit and veggies that I can find at the store (and farmer’s market!). Tomatoes, fresh corn, berries? It just doesn’t get much better.

    I tend to make quite a number of pasta salads during the summer, whether just to enjoy at home or to bring to a potluck or barbecue. As someone who has never been a big fan of mayo-based salads, I have fun experimenting with different flavors and combinations. Today’s pasta salad is packed with some of my favorite summer produce - plenty of fresh corn, bell peppers and of course a good amount of basil! It’s light, simple and full of color.

    Bell Pepper and Corn Pasta Salad

    What I really love about this salad is that it can serve double duty. It works great as a side dish, but also makes an excellent light meal, especially if you add either some chickpeas or cannellini beans for a bit of protein! It is delicious both warm and cold, making it a favorite of mine for lunch.

    While the recipe does call for pine nuts (which do get a little pricey!), you can absolutely use any other nut or seed of choice. Additionally, while I like to stick with the white balsamic vinegar here, you could also use regular balsamic vinegar in its place (keeping in mind that it will give the pasta a light brown tinge!).

    Bell Pepper and Corn Pasta Salad

    Bell Pepper and Corn Pasta Salad

    A light and summery pasta salad filled with bell peppers, fresh corn and a white balsamic vinaigrette.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Course: Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Keyword: Bell Pepper and Corn Pasta Salad, pasta salad, pasta salad recipe
    Servings: 6 to 8 servings, as a side
    Calories: 395kcal
    Author: Oh My Veggies

    Ingredients

    For the pasta:

    • 10 ounces fusilli pasta or shape of choice
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 small red onion chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
    • 1 medium orange bell pepper chopped
    • 2 medium ears corn kernels removed
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
    • ¼ cup pine nuts

    For the dressing:

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • Salt and red pepper flakes to taste
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    Instructions

    For the pasta:

    • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add in the pasta and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Drain, rinse well with cold water and add to a large bowl.
    • Meanwhile, add the olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. When hot, add in the onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until it starts to soften. Add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add in both peppers and the corn. Continue to cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, until the peppers are crisp tender. Remove from the heat and add to the bowl with the pasta, along with the basil, parsley and pine nuts. Toss to combine.

    For the dressing:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing. Pour into the bowl with the pasta and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and red pepper flakes as needed. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for several hours to allow the flavors to meld.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 9gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 358mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1465IUVitamin C: 56mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Ron says

      July 15, 2016 at 4:57 am

      Thanks for the easy, healthy recipe. I am going to try it now, Ron

      Reply
      • Ashley Jennings says

        July 15, 2016 at 11:58 am

        Hope you enjoy!

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    2. m. bloom says

      July 29, 2016 at 11:53 pm

      I've been enjoying your blog for nearly a year now. Have loved so many of the recipes, and this recipe is particularly fantastic! I will be making it again next week for guests with the addition of some cherry tomatoes...

      Thank you for creating a wonderful place to find so many amazing vegetarian recipes.

      Reply
      • Ashley Jennings says

        August 01, 2016 at 10:34 am

        So happy to hear you enjoyed this pasta salad! Cherry tomatoes are a fantastic idea! And thank you for the kind words!

        Reply
    3. Vegetable puree suppliers says

      June 19, 2017 at 4:14 am

      A salad with a very good pint, I love these types of recipes, very healthy and with wonderful results, thanks for the contribution, regards.

      Reply

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