Grilled Corn Salad with Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette
When it comes to summer side dishes, this Grilled Corn Salad with a Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette is one of the best. Sweet corn is grilled to perfection and then combined with a zesty vinaigrette made from chipotle peppers, lime juice, and honey. A variety of colorful vegetables, such as tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion, are added for a delicious and refreshing salad. This dish is the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, and poultry, and can be served warm or at room temperature. It’s sure to be a hit at your next summer gathering.
Grilled Corn Salad with Chipotle-Lime Vinaigrette
Grilled corn is combined with a zesty chipotle-lime vinaigrette and a medley of colorful vegetables to create a flavorful and refreshing salad
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, husks removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup diced red onion
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the ears of corn with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and cooked through.
- Let the corn cool before cutting the kernels off the cobs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, and chipotle peppers.
- In a large bowl, combine the grilled corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
