Grilled Corn Salad with Lime
Grilled Corn Salad with Lime
Ingredients
For the Grilled Corn
- 4 corn on the cob, husked
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Lime Dressing
- 3 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Salad Assembly
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional, for heat)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, fresh, chopped
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta cheese)
- 1 avocado, ripe, diced
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the corn for grilling: Remove the husks and silks from the corn on the cob. Lightly brush each cob with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season evenly with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Grill the corn: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the seasoned corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes, until the kernels are tender and slightly charred in spots. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly on a cutting board.
⏱️ 12 min
- 3
Cut the corn kernels: Once the grilled corn is cool enough to handle, stand each cob upright and carefully slice the kernels off using a sharp knife. Collect the kernels in a large mixing bowl.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Prepare the lime dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Assemble the salad: To the bowl with the grilled corn kernels, add the finely diced red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), chopped fresh cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese. Gently fold in the diced avocado.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Dress and serve: Pour the prepared lime dressing over the corn mixture. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish.
⏱️ 2 min
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Grilled Corn Salad with Lime
Ingredients
For the Grilled Corn
- 4 corn on the cob, husked
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Lime Dressing
- 3 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Salad Assembly
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional, for heat)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, fresh, chopped
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta cheese)
- 1 avocado, ripe, diced
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the corn for grilling: Remove the husks and silks from the corn on the cob. Lightly brush each cob with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season evenly with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Grill the corn: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the seasoned corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes, until the kernels are tender and slightly charred in spots. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly on a cutting board.
⏱️ 12 min - 3
Cut the corn kernels: Once the grilled corn is cool enough to handle, stand each cob upright and carefully slice the kernels off using a sharp knife. Collect the kernels in a large mixing bowl.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Prepare the lime dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Assemble the salad: To the bowl with the grilled corn kernels, add the finely diced red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), chopped fresh cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese. Gently fold in the diced avocado.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Dress and serve: Pour the prepared lime dressing over the corn mixture. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish.
⏱️ 2 min