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Fresh Grilled Corn Salad Recipe with Easy Zesty Lime Cilantro Dressing

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A quick and easy summer side dish featuring smoky grilled corn tossed in a bright, tangy lime cilantro dressing. Perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and fresh summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 2 fresh limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional add-ins: cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Optional add-ins: avocado, diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Clean the grates with a grill brush.
  2. Husk the ears of corn and remove all silk. Brush each ear lightly with olive oil.
  3. Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until kernels are golden-brown with some charred spots.
  4. Remove the corn from the grill and let cool for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stand each ear upright on a cutting board and carefully slice downward to remove the kernels.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, honey, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  7. Add the warm grilled corn kernels, diced red onion, and any optional add-ins to the bowl. Toss gently to combine and coat with dressing.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
  9. Serve the salad slightly warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Turn corn every 2-3 minutes to avoid burning and achieve even char. Let corn cool slightly before cutting kernels to prevent juice splatter. Adjust honey and lime juice to balance tartness. Add jalapeño last and taste for heat. Add avocado just before serving to avoid browning. Can grill corn ahead and store kernels refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, lime cilantro dressing, summer side dish, easy corn salad, barbecue side, fresh corn recipe

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