Smoky Charred Corn Salad with Balsamic and Lime
A vibrant, flavorful salad with smoky grilled corn, crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing -perfect as a side or light meal.
Serving Size 4 people
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Equipments
- 1 Cast iron skillet or
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups frozen sweet corn thawed or 2 ears fresh corn
- 1 tbsp butter for frozen corn
- 1 red onion diced
- ½ cup bell peppers chopped
- 10 –12 cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup celery diced
- 2 green chilies or jalapeños finely chopped (optional)
- A handful of fresh cilantro coriander leaves
- A few fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese or cotija cheese
For the Dressing
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 garlic clove minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp crushed black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
Char the Corn
- Frozen Corn: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add thawed corn and butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn begins to lightly char. Set aside to cool.2 cups frozen sweet corn, 1 tbsp butter
- Fresh Corn: Grill husked corn cobs over fire, coals, or an electric grill until charred. Let cool slightly, then slice off the kernels. Set aside.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1 garlic clove, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, ½ tsp crushed black pepper, ½ tsp salt
Assemble the Salad
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the charred corn, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, celery, chilies (if using), cilantro, and basil. Drizzle with the dressing and toss well. Add crumbled feta and mix gently.1 red onion, ½ cup bell peppers, 10 –12 cherry tomatoes, ¼ cup celery, 2 green chilies or jalapeños, A handful of fresh cilantro, A few fresh basil leaves, ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese or cotija cheese
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Best enjoyed fresh.
- To Refresh: Add a squeeze of lime juice or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
- Reuse: Use leftovers as a filling for tacos, burritos, or wraps.
Nutrition (Estimates Only)
Serving: 1servingCalories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.1mg