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Fresh Grilled Corn and Creamy Avocado Salad

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A quick and easy summer salad combining smoky grilled corn with creamy avocado, bright lime dressing, and fresh herbs for a flavorful and refreshing dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 large lime
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C), about 5 minutes.
  2. Husk the ears of corn and remove any silk. Brush each ear lightly with olive oil.
  3. Grill the corn directly on the grill, turning every 2-3 minutes for an even char, about 10-12 minutes total. Remove and let cool slightly.
  4. Stand each ear upright on a cutting board and carefully slice downward with a sharp knife to remove the kernels, yielding about 3 cups (450g) of corn kernels.
  5. Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  6. In a mixing bowl, gently toss the grilled corn kernels, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and optional smoked paprika or chili flakes.
  8. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Serve immediately for best flavor, or chill for up to 30 minutes if preferred.

Notes

Do not over-char the corn to avoid bitterness. Use ripe but firm avocados to maintain texture. Add avocado just before serving if prepping ahead to prevent browning. Fresh lime juice is essential for bright flavor and slowing avocado browning. Optional additions include chili flakes for heat or crumbled cotija/feta cheese for extra flavor.

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