Grilled Corn-Sweet Onion Salad
Description:
This Grilled Corn-Sweet Onion Salad is a delightful concoction that I stumbled upon last summer while searching for the perfect dish to serve at my sister’s wedding reception. Its exquisite flavors won the hearts of my family and colleagues alike, making it a staple at gatherings and potlucks. 🌽🥗
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Potluck, < 60 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 317.8
- Fat Content: 16.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 27.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 43g
- Fiber Content: 6g
- Sugar Content: 11.5g
- Protein Content: 7.1g
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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12 | Corn |
1/2 | Olive oil |
1/4 | Sherry wine vinegar |
1 | Dijon mustard |
1 | Garlic |
2 | Red bell peppers |
1 | Plum tomatoes |
4 | Chives |
1 | Sweet onion |
1/4 | Jalapeno |
– | Salt and pepper, to taste |
Instructions:
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Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it’s ready for the delicious grilling action.
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Brush the blanched corn with half of the olive oil, ensuring each cob is thoroughly coated. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, enhancing the natural sweetness of the corn. 🌽✨
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Grill the corn over the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until slightly charred on all sides, about 2 minutes. The aroma of the grilled corn will tantalize your senses, signaling that it’s ready to be transformed into a delectable salad. 🔥🌽
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Using a sharp knife, carefully scrape the kernels off the cobs and into a medium bowl. Watch as the golden kernels cascade into the bowl, ready to mingle with other vibrant ingredients. 🗡️🌽
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In a large bowl, combine the sherry wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Slowly whisk in the remaining olive oil until the mixture is emulsified, creating a harmonious dressing that will elevate every bite of the salad. 🥄💫
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To the dressing, add the grilled corn kernels, diced red bell peppers, sliced sweet onion, diced plum tomatoes, minced jalapeno for a hint of spice, and chopped chives. 🌶️🍅 All these fresh ingredients will come together to create a symphony of flavors and textures.
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Toss the salad gently to ensure every ingredient is coated with the flavorful dressing. The vibrant colors and enticing aroma will make your taste buds dance with anticipation. 💃🕺
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Finally, season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors to suit your preference. A final sprinkle of seasoning will enhance the taste and bring all the elements together in perfect harmony. 🧂🌿
This Grilled Corn-Sweet Onion Salad is a celebration of summer flavors, perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering, potluck, or simply a weekday meal. Enjoy the vibrant colors, crisp textures, and tantalizing flavors of this irresistible salad! 🌽🥗✨