Description
Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions is a vibrant summer dish that combines sweet, smoky charred corn with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and roasted red onions. Tossed in a zesty lemon Dijon dressing, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful explosion of flavors. It’s the perfect side for barbecues, potlucks, or a light lunch on its own. With fresh ingredients and easy preparation, this salad will quickly become a favorite at your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 red onions
- 3 ears of corn
- 200 g red grape tomatoes
- 200 g yellow grape tomatoes
- 1 avocado
- ¼ bunch cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush corn and red onions with olive oil and grill until charred (corn: 10–15 minutes; onions: about 20 minutes).
- Allow grilled corn to cool slightly before cutting off kernels into a mixing bowl. Chop grilled onions into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl.
- Halve grape tomatoes and add them to the bowl along with diced avocado and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg