Description
A vibrant and healthy Grilled Corn Steak Salad featuring perfectly charred corn kernels combined with fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, red onion, and cilantro. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing, this salad bursts with irresistible flavors and is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 ears of corn
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
For Grilling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure even cooking and perfect charring of the corn.
- Prepare Corn: Husk the corn, removing all the outer leaves and silk. Then, brush each ear evenly with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Grill Corn: Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally to get an even char on all sides. The corn should be tender and nicely blackened in spots for added smoky flavor.
- Cool Corn: Remove the grilled corn from the grill and allow it to cool enough to handle safely, which helps preserve the texture of the kernels.
- Cut Kernels: Using a sharp knife, cut the kernels off the cob and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. This forms the base of your salad.
- Add Fresh Ingredients: To the bowl with corn, add halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro for a fresh and colorful mix.
- Dress Salad: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the salad mixture, then gently toss everything together to combine all the vibrant flavors.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the freshness and contrasting textures at their best.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese or feta before serving.
- You can substitute lime juice with lemon juice for a different citrus note.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Use fresh corn on the cob for best taste and texture.
- Grilling the corn adds a smoky depth that complements the freshness of the other ingredients perfectly.
