How to Make Grilled Corn Salad with Mozzarella, Bell Peppers, and Cherry Tomatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled Corn Salad with Mozzarella, Bell Peppers, and Cherry Tomatoes is a vibrant and refreshing summer salad that's bursting with flavors and textures. This colorful salad incorporates the sweetness of grilled corn, the creaminess of fresh mozzarella, the crunch of bell peppers, and the juiciness of cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty and herbaceous vinaigrette.

Grilling the corn adds a delicious smoky flavor and enhances its natural sweetness, making it the star of the dish. Pai...

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Ingredients

  • 6 ears fresh corn, shucked and desilked
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 12 ounces pearl-size mozzarella balls
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 clove finely grated garlic
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Brush corn with oil.
  • Grill corn until outside is golden brown with grill marks, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely. Cut off kernels with a sharp knife and place in a large bowl. Add cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, red onion, yellow bell pepper, and red bell pepper.
  • Combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, basil, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake jar until dressing ingredients are combined. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    377 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 396mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 41mg
    • Calcium: 456mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 464mg