Description
This Grilled Corn Salad is a fresh and flavorful summer dish bursting with smoky sweet corn and a vibrant mix of crisp vegetables. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, it is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simple weeknight dinners. The bright colors and wholesome ingredients make it a nutritious and visually stunning salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (natural)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: Preheat your grill or grill pan on medium-high heat. Husk the fresh corn completely, removing all silk. Place the corn directly on the grill, turning every few minutes, until the kernels develop char marks and a smoky aroma, about 10 minutes. Let the grilled corn cool slightly, then cut the kernels off the cob carefully with a sharp knife.
- Chop the Vegetables: While the corn cools, dice the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, and finely chop the red onion. Combine all chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl to form the fresh, crunchy base of the salad.
- Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice (natural), extra virgin olive oil (natural), ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. This dressing adds tangy warmth and complements the smoky flavors of the grilled corn.
- Toss Everything Together: Add the grilled corn kernels and the chopped herbs to the bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the top and gently toss to combine, ensuring the salad is evenly coated with flavor and texture.
- Serve and Enjoy: If possible, let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve fresh, colorful, and ready to brighten any meal.
Notes
- Turn the corn regularly while grilling for even char marks and sweetness.
- Use a sharp knife to cut corn kernels close to the cob for large juicy pieces.
- Freshly squeezed lime juice enhances the brightness of the salad.
- Chilling the salad before serving intensifies the flavors.
- Use a colorful variety of vegetables to create an appealing presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: grilled corn salad, summer salad, fresh corn, grilled vegetables, healthy salad, gluten free salad, vegetarian, vegan
