Summer Corn Salad - Guide Recipe
Don’t let the name fool you , this Summer Corn Salad definitely can (and should be!) enjoyed all year round! It’s a fresh corn salad made with onion , bell pepper , avocado , and…..corn! Fresh or frozen corn will work!
My favorite part of a good summer BBQ is the fresh fruit and amazing side dishes to serve with whatever we’re grilling. Some of my favorites include Creamy Pea Salad , Homemade Cornbread , and Grilled Pineapple!
Summer Corn Salad
Corn on the cob is one of those foods that just has me feeling all the summer vibes. I love when I start seeing fresh corn available at the grocery store; it gives me permission to believe that summer is finally here! So , in celebration , I decided a fresh summer salad recipe was the perfect thing to share.
Ingredients in corn salad:
- Corn: you can use fresh corn on the cob , or frozen corn that has been thawed. If using frozen corn , pat it dry after it has thawed and sauté it with a little bit of oil in a hot skillet , until golden.
- Olive oil
- Purple onion
- Red bell pepper
- Avocado
How do you make Corn Salad?
- Make the dressing. Whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
- Cook corn. Add 1-2 inches of water to a large skillet and bring it to a boil. Add the corn cobs and cook them for 3-4 minutes , rotating to cook on all sides.
- Grill corn. Brush the partially cooked corn cobs lightly with olive oil and grill them on high heat for a few minutes , rotating it as they cook , until golden on all sides.
- Toss salad ingredients. Cut the corn off of the cob and add it to a bowl. Add the remaining salad ingredients and drizzle with desired amount of dressing. Toss to combine.
Can I use frozen corn?
Yes! If fresh corn on the cob is not available , frozen corn is a great substitute. Thaw the corn in your fridge overnight , or warm in the microwave just until thawed. Add the corn and a little bit of oil to a very hot skillet and cook it for a few minutes , tossing occasionally , until many kernels are lightly browned.
More ways to adapt this Corn Salad:
I wanted to keep this salad simple , and really let the corn be the ingredient to shine , but you can definitely add more vegetables and adapt it to your liking. Some ideas include adding black beans , cherry tomatoes , cucumber , feta cheese , edamame , fresh basil , or grilled zucchini.
Need Main Dish ideas to serve with your Corn Salad? Try these!
Summer Corn Salad
Don't let the name fool you , this Summer Corn Salad definitely can (and should be!) enjoyed all year round! It's a fresh corn salad made with onion , bell pepper , avocado , and…..corn! Fresh or frozen corn will work!
- 6-8 ears corn
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 red onion ( , diced)
- 1/2 red bell pepper ( , diced)
- 1 avocado ( , seeded , peeled and chopped)
Dressing:
- 4 Tbsp olive oil
- 6 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- juice from 1 lime
- salt and pepper
Whisk dressing ingredients together and set aside.
Add 1-2 inches of water to a large skillet. Bring to a boil. Add shucked corn ears and cook for 3-4 minutes , rotating to cook on all sides. Drain water.
Heat grill on medium-high heat. Brush corn lightly with olive oil and grill for a few minutes , rotating it as it cooks , until golden on all sides.
Allow the corn to cool and then cut corn off of the cob and add to a bowl. Add remaining salad ingredients and drizzle with desired amount of dressing (you may not use it all). Toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.