Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad is a healthy side dish. Sweet corn is grilled to perfection and then combined with fresh cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped fresh basil. The salad is then tossed in a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic.
This salad can be served as a side dish or as a main course. Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the summer harvest.
Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad is juicy and full of flavor.
The corn is grilled to perfection and the cherry tomatoes are juicy and full of flavor. This salad is also low in calories and fat and high in vitamins and minerals. This makes it a great option for those who are looking for a healthy meal option. In addition, Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad is also a good source of fiber, which can help to promote digestion and prevent constipation. Overall, this dish is a nutritious and delicious option that is perfect for a summer cookout.
This was inspired by my other recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing sidedish recipe.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4
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Ingredients needed to make a Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad
- *2 large ears of fresh corn, husks, and silk removed
1 T. unsalted butter, melted - 1 medium red onion, halved and cut into thick slices
- 1 lb. cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 large avocado, chopped - ¼ c. fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- 3 T. fresh lime juice
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions for making a Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad
- Brush corn with melted butter before placing corn and red onion slices on a pre-heated gas grill over medium direct heat, or indoors on a grill pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray set over medium-high heat.
- Cook corn until kernels are slightly charred, rotating one-quarter turn every couple of minutes until each side is done. Flip the red onion once while the corn is cooking. Remove vegetables from heat and slice kernels from the cob with a sharp knife. Discard cobs and transfer onions and corn kernels to a large salad bowl and set aside.
- Add tomatoes, avocado, fresh parsley, and lime juice to the bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately with your choice of the main dish. Enjoy!
Variations
There are many ways to vary this dish to suit your taste. For example, you could replace the cherry tomatoes with diced heirloom tomatoes for a more colorful salad. Or, you could add some grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal. Regardless of how you choose to make it, Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad is sure to be a hit.
Top tip
The sweet corn and succulent tomatoes are the perfect complements to each other, and the smoky grill adds a delicious depth of flavor. Here are a few top tips for making the perfect Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad:
-Start by preheating your grill to medium-high heat. You want the corn to be cooked through, but not charred.
-Next, husk the corn and remove the silks. Then, brush the corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
-Place the corn on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly charred.
-Meanwhile, halve the cherry tomatoes. Once the corn is cooked, add the tomatoes to the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
-Remove the corn and tomatoes from the grill and let cool slightly. Then, cut the corn off the cob and add it to a large bowl along with the tomatoes. Add in your favorite salad greens, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and a simple vinaigrette. Toss everything together until evenly mixed and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4
Description
Grilled Corn & Cherry Tomato Salad is a healthy side dish. Sweet corn is grilled to perfection and then combined with fresh cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped fresh basil. The salad is then tossed in a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic.
Ingredients
*2 large ears fresh corn, husks and silk removed
1 T. unsalted butter, melted
1 medium red onion, halved and cut into thick slices
1 lb. cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 large avocado, chopped
¼ c. fresh parsley, roughly chopped
3 T. fresh lime juice
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Brush corn with melted butter before placing corn and red onion slices on a pre-heated gas grill over medium direct heat, or indoors on a grill pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray set over medium-high heat.
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Cook corn until kernels are slightly charred, rotating one-quarter turn every couple of minutes until each side is done. Flip red onion once while the corn is cooking. Remove vegetables from heat and slice kernels from cob with a sharp knife. Discard cobs and transfer onions and corn kernels to a large salad bowl and set aside.
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Add tomatoes, avocado, fresh parsley, and lime juice to the bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately with your choice of main dish. Enjoy!
Notes
This healthy and colorful side dish pairs particularly well with grilled meats and poultry, but you can serve it with just about any main course you prefer.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
