Delicious Grilled Corn Salad

Grilled Corn Salad

Grilled Corn Salad is full of sweet corn, pinto beans, tomato, onion and tossed in a cilantro salad dressing. Charred corn adds a lot of flavor to the salad. This quick salad is a perfect side dish in summer gatherings.

We love to have family gatherings in the Summer. I truly believe the salads can make or break a good party! I love when there is so many salads and you take a little spoonful for each! It’s heaven! Honestly, I usually eat the salads and then I’m too full for my burger!

If you are into BBQ’s, picnics, and a good old potluck, this is the salad for you! You can even make this salad ahead. It can easily be made for any size of crew.

How to Roast Corn For Salad

Roasted Corn will take your salad to another level. The charred bits of corn kernels enhance the sweetness and also adds smokiness to the dish. Here are a couple ways to do it.

Use a cast iron skillet to get the perfect charred effect. Add corn kernels to a hot greased cast iron skillet. Roast it on medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes stirring continuously, until you see charred spots.

Another way of roasting Corn would be on a grill pan. Using a pastry brush apply oil to the corn on the cob. Season it with salt and pepper. Cook on a grill pan until the corn looks charred.

If you are outdoor with access to a BBQ grill, then grill some seasoned corn directly on the grill until charred.

Grilled Corn Salad

Ingredients

6 ears of corn, shucked

1 large red onion, chopped

1/2 c. olive oil, plus more for brushing

salt and black pepper, to taste

1/3 c. fresh lime juice (from 2 to 3 limes)

2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced

1 1/2 c. fresh cilantro

2 avocados, chopped

2 cherry tomatoes, cut in half

1 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

Directions

Preheat a grill to medium high. Brush the corn and onion with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 8 minutes for the onions and about 10 minutes for the corn. Set aside to cool.
Combine the lime juice and 3/4 cup cilantro, garlic in a blender and pulse until chunky. With the blender running, pour in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream to make a thick dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
Cut the corn off the cobs and roughly chop the onion. Combine in a large bowl with the avocados, tomatoes, and beans. Roughly chop the remaining 3/4 cup cilantro and add to the bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss well. Season with salt and pepper, if you need to.

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