Quinoa with Fresh Corn and Mint

Directions

1. Put corn ears in a large pot, then add water to cover and bring to a boil, covered. Remove from heat as it starts to boil and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Transfer corn to a cutting board. When cool enough to handle, cut kernels off cobs.
2. Meanwhile, whisk together lemon zest and juice, butter, honey, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined.
3. Wash quinoa in cold water in a bowl.
4. Cook quinoa in a large pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until tender and water has largely evaporated, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat, pour off remaining water and cover quinoa with a folded kitchen towel to let stand and steam for about 5 minutes.
5. Add quinoa to dressing and toss until dressing is absorbed, then stir in corn, scallions, mint, and salt and pepper to taste.