Description
Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. This salad features sweet, smoky charred corn paired with creamy avocado and tangy roasted red onions, making it perfect for barbecues, picnics, or potlucks. With its colorful ingredients and zesty lemon Dijon dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s a delightful addition to any meal or gathering that will impress your guests while keeping things light and healthy.
Ingredients
- 2 red onions
- 3 ears of corn
- 200 g red grape tomatoes
- 200 g yellow grape tomatoes
- 1 avocado
- ¼ bunch cilantro (coriander)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Slice red onions, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill until tender and charred (10-15 mins). Let cool.
- Brush corn with olive oil and grill for 5-7 minutes until charred; cool slightly before cutting off kernels.
- Halve cherry tomatoes and dice avocado.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled corn, onions, tomatoes, avocado, and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor; use ripe avocados and fresh corn. You can customize this salad by adding bell peppers or black beans for extra texture. Serve chilled for optimal freshness.