Toss sautéed fresh corn kernels with chopped plum tomatoes, penne pasta, Parmesan, and a garlic-basil dressing—and remember, when working with such great ingredients, you really don't need to do much.
Ingredients
4–6 servings
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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Anonymous
jackson,mo
5/31/2022
Just made this! It's quick and easy and delicious. I thought the combo of corn and pasta odd, but decided to try anyway. Glad I did!
sandycharlotte
Cary, NC
7/26/2020
LINDALOU26 FROM LOS ANGELES, which recipe do you recommend? I looked up and there are tons from that site :). Thanks, Rev. Sylvia
mingo321
usa
6/12/2020
This is a wonderful, versatile summer pasta salad that can be used for many occasions -- dinner, lunch, picnics, BBQs, whatever you please! I made it basically as is and we really enjoyed it for a light dinner but you could revise it a number of ways to suit your tastes and needs. I'm keeping this one on hand for future reference!
leah_boyer
Long Beach, CA
8/22/2018
This is one of my favorite late summer recipes. I do a few things differently than the recipe. I mix up the sauce ahead while skipping the vinegar since the tomatoes provide acid. I also toss the pasta directly into the sauce after draining then serve it while still warm or leave it at room temperature. It is a great way to showcase in season corn and tomatoes because their flavors shine through.
Anonymous
St. Louis, MO
8/14/2018
A great light summer pasta salad. Thought it was great -added some fresh mozarella as we had some handy - loved it. I'd say it is a 3.5 forks (I save the 4 forks for amazing.)
ninadg
8/4/2015
Delicious summer salad. I bought some expensive tomatoes from the market that really made this salad taste great. I would definitely make it again.
bimes
6/22/2015
Flavorful and simple with fresh in season ingredients. I'm not a fan of pasta salads but I would fix this one again. I prepared it exactly as directed as I usually do any first time recipe and don't think I would change anything next time. I wouldn't make it without fresh tomatoes, corn and basil though.
OrangeWhip
Hilton Head
9/13/2014
Redact: Would keep same amount of vinegar as it gets absorbed into pasta and becomes a lighter sweeter flavor.
foofoodie
8/26/2014
This is a great summer salad! Fresh and tasty, lots of flavor. I found 2 ears of corn was more than enough. Used cherry tomatoes and halved them. Might cut down a tad on vinegar next time.
foofoodie
8/26/2014
So fast, easy and good. Does not even need the cheese. You can add some beans to boost the protein if you feel like it.
veganwannabee
11/9/2012
I thought this recipe was very mediocre. If you're looking for a great tomato corn salad recipe, Epicurious has the Tomatoe Corn salad with Cilantro dressing that is amazing
lindalou26
Los Angeles
8/6/2012
This pasta salad gets rave reviews when I serve it! My picky husband likes it because it has no onions. It's a rare pasta salad that doesn't have onions but you don't miss them in this recipe. I use rice wine vinegar as others have suggested and I throw in a handful of shredded mozzerella because the kids like it. It's a really pretty, summery salad!
bjwright1
Wexford, PA
7/2/2012
I forgot to add that I would wait to add basil until the end. I found the warm pasta and corn wilted it a bit.
jenniferjc
San Francisco
3/17/2012
I really enjoyed this recipe. I did follow others' suggestions and used 5 tablespoons rice wine vinegar for a double batch (thus reducing by 1/2) and thought it turned out great. I also sauteed the garlic and added the corn rather than using raw garlic. I like garlic so maybe could have even added more. I used fresh corn and only 20oz of tomatoes (1/3 less than recipe) as I quartered them and it seemed plenty. I added lots of salt and pepper. Yum!
jenniferjc
San Francisco
3/17/2012