Description
Grilled Corn Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer with its sweet, smoky corn and fresh vegetables. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or casual dinners, this colorful salad combines crunchy red bell peppers, crisp cucumbers, and zesty lime dressing, creating a delightful explosion of flavors. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill corn for 10-15 minutes until charred, turning occasionally. Allow to cool slightly before cutting off kernels.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion.
- Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for about an hour to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Feel free to swap out vegetables based on what's in season; avocados or jalapeños can add unique flavors.- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.