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Grilled Corn Salad With Honey Lime Dressing

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh, healthy salads that are easy to make and bursting with flavor. One of our favorite salads for the season is the Grilled Corn Salad with Honey Lime Dressing. This dish is an explosion of sweet, sour, and smoky flavors that will leave you craving for more. In this article, we will teach you how to make this delicious salad in just a few easy steps.

Ingredients

Before we begin, let's take a look at the ingredients that you will need for this salad:

  • 4 ears of corn, husked
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup of cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of honey
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Grilled Corn Salad With Honey Lime Dressing

Instructions

Now that you have all the ingredients, it's time to start making the salad. Follow these step-by-step instructions:

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush the ears of corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and tender. Once done, remove from the grill and let it cool.

    3. Grilling Corn

  3. While the corn is cooling, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lime juice and minced garlic until well combined. Set aside.
  4. Once the corn has cooled, cut the kernels off the cob and transfer them to a large bowl. Add in the red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño pepper, avocado, and cilantro. Mix everything together until well combined.

    5. Mixing Ingredients

  5. Add the honey lime dressing to the bowl and toss everything together until coated with the dressing.

    6. Adding Dressing

  6. Finally, serve your Grilled Corn Salad with Honey Lime Dressing in a large bowl and enjoy!

Tips and Variations

If you want to take your Grilled Corn Salad with Honey Lime Dressing to the next level, here are some tips and variations you might want to try:

  • You can add black beans, chickpeas, or quinoa to make the salad more filling and protein-rich.
  • If you like a bit of crunch, sprinkle some crushed tortilla chips on top of the salad. It will add an extra layer of texture to the dish.
  • If you're not a fan of cilantro, you can replace it with parsley or basil. It will still taste amazing!
  • If you're short on time, you can use canned corn instead of grilling fresh ears of corn. Just make sure to drain them well before adding them to the salad.
  • If you're serving the salad at a party, you can make it a few hours in advance and keep it in the fridge until ready to serve. Just make sure to give it a good toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.

Conclusion

Grilled Corn Salad with Honey Lime Dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that you can enjoy all year round. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks or as a side dish for your BBQ parties. With its fresh and vibrant flavors, it's guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. Give it a try and let us know what you think.

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