Description
This Grilled Corn Salad is a fresh and flavorful summer recipe packed with smoky grilled corn, crisp vegetables, herbs, and a zesty dressing. Easy to prepare and full of vibrant flavors, this colorful salad is perfect for BBQs, picnics, potlucks, or a light summer side dish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Salad
- 6 ears fresh corn, husked
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Grill the corn: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush corn lightly with olive oil and grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides.
- Prepare the vegetables: While the corn cools, chop the bell pepper, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, avocado, and jalapeño.
- Cut the corn kernels: Slice the grilled corn kernels off the cob using a sharp knife and add them to a large mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Combine and serve: Add all vegetables, feta cheese, and dressing to the grilled corn. Toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately or chill before serving for deeper flavor.
Notes
For extra smoky flavor, let the corn develop a nice char before removing it from the grill. This salad can be prepared a few hours ahead—add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh. It pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, tacos, burgers, or seafood.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: grilled corn salad, summer salad recipe, corn salad with feta, BBQ side dish, fresh summer salad, easy grilled vegetables, picnic salad