How to Make Summer Salad with Grilled Corn and Cherry Tomatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in fresh, vibrant and wholesome salads that showcase the best of the season's produce. This Summer Salad with Grilled Corn and Cherry Tomatoes is a celebration of the flavors of summer, featuring sweet grilled corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and a zesty vinaigrette dressing. Whether you're hosting a barbecue, packing a picnic, or simply looking for a light and satisfying meal, this salad is sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ears corn in the husk
  • 2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon grated lime zest
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Trim corn husks of any long hanging parts and excess silk. Place in a large bowl with water and soak for 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place corn on the grill and turn every 6 minutes 1/4 turn until all 4 sides have been grilled, about 24 minutes. Allow corn to cool until cold enough to handle easily.
  • Remove husks from cooled corn and cut corn off into a serving bowl. Add cherry tomatoes, red pepper, onion, and basil.
  • Whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, salt, garlic, lime zest, and pepper in a small bowl until well blended. Pour dressing over corn salad and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    173 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 306mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 314mg