Best Grilled Corn Salad: Easy, Zesty Summer Delight

A refreshing Grilled Corn Salad bursting with summer flavors and perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 51

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 ears Corn on the Cob or canned corn
1 cup Red Bell Pepper diced
1 small Jalapeño Pepper sliced, deseeded for less spice
½ cup Red Onion chopped
¼ cup Cilantro chopped
½ cup Cotija Cheese or feta cheese

For the Dressing

½ cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
½ teaspoon Salt to taste
2 tablespoons Lime Juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

Grill
mixing bowl
Knife
whisk

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F) and ensure grates are clean and lightly greased.
Grill the corn on the cob for about 6 minutes, turning every 2 minutes until golden brown.
Remove the corn from the grill and let it cool before cutting the kernels off into a bowl.
Add diced red bell pepper, sliced jalapeño, chopped red onion, and cilantro to the bowl.
In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and lime juice.
Pour the dressing over the corn and vegetable mixture, and gently fold to combine.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh corn provides the best flavor, and the salad can be customized with various vegetables and cheeses.

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