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Sweet and Smoky Grilled Corn Salad: A Summer Delight

Sweet and Smoky Grilled Corn Salad Delight
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This Easy Sweet & Smoky Grilled Corn Salad is the perfect summer side dish! Fresh grilled corn, smoky bacon, and a tangy lime dressing make this salad irresistible.

Ingredients

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  • 6 ears of corn, husks removed
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Dressing:
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until kernels are lightly charred.
  3. Let corn cool slightly, then cut kernels off the cob.
  4. In a large bowl, combine corn, bacon, red onion, cotija cheese, and cilantro.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour dressing over the corn salad and toss to combine.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing. You can also use feta cheese instead of cotija.

Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/grilled-corn-salad-recipe/