Corn Salad
Our grilled Corn Salad recipe is always a highlight of Summer and the most beautiful, bright and fresh side dish. It includes fresh grilled corn, onion, bell pepper, and avocado.
Great Side Dishes should be easy, but also add a WOW factor, which is why I love these Baked Beans, Macaroni Salad, Ambrosia Salad, or Broccoli Apple Salad.
My Summer potluck contribution is always Grilled Corn Salad
My mouth waters just thinking about this Summer Corn Salad. It’s made with fresh corn that we give a quick char on all sides, then combine with more fresh veg and a simple dressing. It’s that side dish that instantly elevates any BBQ, and it serves well with anything.
How to make Corn Salad:
Dressing: Whisk dressing ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
Cook Corn: Add 1-2 inches of water to a large skillet. Bring to a boil. Add corn and cook for 3-4 minutes, rotating to cook on all sides. Remove to a plate. Brush corn lightly with olive oil and grill on high heat for a few minutes, rotating it as it cooks, until golden on all sides.
Assemble: Cut corn off the cob and add it to a bowl. Add remaining ingredients and drizzle with desired amount of dressing. Toss the fresh corn salad then serve!
Make Ahead Instructions:
To Make Ahead: I love to prep any steps I can, in advance, to help the dish come together quickly. For this recipe, you can chop all the veggies and make the dressing ahead of time, just keep them in the fridge. Wait to add the avocado and pour on the dressing until ready to serve. You can also grill the corn and cut from the cob ahead of time, stored in the fridge.
Corn Salad makes a great side dish with:
Marinated Flank Steak
Burgers: Hamburgers, Turkey Burger, Greek Burger or Black Bean Burger
Air Fryer Chicken Wings
BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Easy, No-Fuss Pork Tenderloin
Grilled Marinated Chicken
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Corn Salad
This Summer Corn Salad recipe is beautiful and easy, made with fresh or frozen grilled corn, tons of colorful veg and a fresh, light dressing.
Course Salad, Side DishCuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes minutesCook Time 20 minutes minutesTotal Time 25 minutes minutes
Servings 6
Calories 189kcal
Author Lauren Allen
Cost $8
Ingredients6-8 ears corn on the cob (or see notes for frozen corn)2 Tablespoons olive oil1/4 red onion , diced1/2 red bell pepper , chopped1 avocadoDressing:1/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon dijon mustardsalt and pepper1 small lime, juice fromUS Customary – Metric
InstructionsWhisk dressing ingredients together and set aside.Cook corn: Add 1-2 inches of water to a large skillet. Bring to a boil. Add corn and cook for 3-4 minutes, rotating to cook on all sides. Drain. Heat grill on medium-high heat. Brush corn lightly with olive oil and grill for a few minutes, rotating it as it cooks, until golden on all sides.Allow corn to cool and then cut corn off of the cob and add to a bowl. Assemble: Add salad ingredients to a bowl and drizzle with desired amount of dressing. Toss to combine.
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Notes
Make Ahead Instructions: Make dressing up to 1 week ahead. Chop veggies (excluding avocado) 1-2 day in advance, stored in the fridge with a paper towel under them to absorb excess moisture. Grill corn and cut from the cob up to a day ahead of time, stored in the fridge.
To use frozen corn, I recommend using Trader Joes fire roasted corn, if possible. Thaw frozen corn and then cook in a skillet on high, until lightly charred.
NutritionCalories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 361IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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I originally shared this recipe June 2019. Updated June 2022 and June 2024.
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