Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions, a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings. This salad combines the smoky sweetness of grilled corn with the creamy richness of ripe avocado and the caramelized depth of roasted red onions. It’s not only visually stunning but also offers a burst of flavor that will impress your guests. Ideal as a side for barbecues or enjoyed as a light lunch, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying, making it a must-try recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 red onions
- 3 ears of corn
- 200 g red grape tomatoes
- 200 g yellow grape tomatoes
- 1 avocado
- ¼ bunch cilantro (coriander)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cut the red onions into wedges and shuck the corn.
- Brush the onions and corn lightly with olive oil. Grill them until charred—corn for about 10-15 minutes and onions for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Allow the grilled corn to cool slightly before cutting off the kernels. Dice the grilled onions.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grilled corn, diced onions, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg