{"id":2059422,"date":"2024-10-24T10:08:56","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T15:08:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&p=2059422"},"modified":"2025-03-05T15:52:16","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T21:52:16","slug":"grilled-corn-salad","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grilled-corn-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Grilled Corn Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"
When you think of the word salad, you might first picture a bowl filled with leafy greens, or maybe even a pasta salad, but you probably don\u2019t think of corn as the primary ingredient. This grilled corn salad recipe will change that. It’s a tangy, refreshing and exciting blend of ingredients that might just be a revelation in a bowl.<\/p>\n
A perfect dish to bring to a summer barbecue or to serve with your favorite Mexican or Tex-Mex entrees, this grilled corn salad is easy to make and even easier to enjoy. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill and get to work making this grilled corn salad recipe.<\/p>\n
Preheat the grill to 350\u00b0F, then grill the corn until it’s lightly charred on all sides, which will take about 20 minutes. Let the corn cool. Use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cobs, then discard the cobs.<\/p>\n In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Then, stir in the corn, tomatoes, red pepper, cucumber, cilantro, red onion, green onion, and cheese. Cover the salad and refrigerate it until you’re ready to serve it. Just before serving the salad, fold in the chopped avocado.<\/p>\n Once the avocado has been mixed into the salad, it won’t keep well, so if you think you\u2019re going to have leftovers, leave them in the refrigerator without adding the avocado. Like this, the salad can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days. If you’ve added the avocado, the salad will be safe to eat when stored in the fridge, but the avocado will likely be brown and mushy.<\/p>\n It’s best not to freeze this corn salad. Unfortunately, the salad will be mushy once thawed.<\/p>\n Cotija is\u00a0a Mexican cheese made from cow’s milk that’s white, firm and crumbly, with a salty, milky flavor. Fresh cotija is similar to feta, while aged cotija is more like Parmesan cheese. You\u2019ll use fresh Cojita for this dish.<\/p>\n This corn salad will pair delightfully with roasted meats, hearty stews, grilled fish and with many other flavorful dishes.<\/p>\n It really is! It\u2019s low in calories, low in sodium and modest in it’s fat content.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This grilled corn salad is easy to make and packed with veggies and flavor, which means it’s always welcome on the table.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8021,"featured_media":2121419,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,307628,305511,306910,307794,304328,307660,307668,304998,305487,304338,304515,304041,303966,305003,304185,304988,305004,304368,306848,304268,307723,304553,304558,304350,324623,306571,304388,304313,304398,307738,304150,307789,307614,305031],"categories-v2":[308623,310621,310825,309906,310754,308988,308984,308481,310638,312488,310644,308945,310796,308992,308880,308633,308495,308949,309467,308935,308951,308745,309603,259483,310685,308908,308910,309001,309177,312458,308752,308313,308797,310702,309434,310750,312574,310591,308975],"coauthors":[343393],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Bacon Avocado Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/bacon-avocado-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bacon-Avocado-Salad_EXPS_TOHD24_201497_ChristineMa_7-e1724906672946.jpg"},{"post_title":"Salad with Avocado","post_link":"\/recipes\/my-favorite-avocado-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/EXPS_TOHD24_49465_ChristineMa_10-1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Avocado-Lime Ranch Dressing","post_link":"\/recipes\/avocado-lime-ranch-dressing\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Avocado-Lime-Ranch-Dressing_EXPS_FT24_267942_EC_062724_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Potato and Corn Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-potato-and-corn-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Grilled-Potato-and-Corn-Salad_EXPS_RC21_266185_B11_30_7b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Apple Tossed Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-apple-tossed-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Grilled-Apple-Tossed-Salad_EXPS_SDAS17_33475_B04_06_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Guacamole Tossed Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/guacamole-tossed-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Guacamole-Tossed-Salad_EXPS_MRMZ16_21265_C09_09_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Tomato, Avocado and Grilled Corn Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/tomato-avocado-and-grilled-corn-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Tomato-Avocado-and-Grilled-Corn-Salad_EXPS_THJJ18_153635_C02_01_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Avocado Fruit Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/avocado-fruit-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Avocado-Fruit-Salad_EXPS_HCK19_21387_C06_22_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Cheese and Avocado Sandwich","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-cheese-and-avocado-sandwich\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grilled-Cheese-and-Avocado-Sandwich_EXPS_TOHD24_229389_EricKleinberg_9.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Steak Salad with Tomatoes & Avocado","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-steak-salad-with-tomatoes-avocado\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Grilled-Steak-Salad-with-Tomatoes-Avocado_exps147474_TH143192B02_06_2bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Avocado Corn Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/avocado-corn-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Avocado-Corn-Salad_EXPS_TOHD24_278001_SoniaBozzo_social.jpg"},{"post_title":"Avocado Fruit Salad with Tangerine Vinaigrette","post_link":"\/recipes\/avocado-fruit-salad-with-tangerine-vinaigrette\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps185633_SD153321C01_28_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Pork with Avocado Salsa","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-pork-with-avocado-salsa\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Grilled-Pork-with-Avocado-Salsa_EXPS_CWJJ17_23767_B02_24_2b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chipotle Lime Avocado Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/chipotle-lime-avocado-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps187684_TH153342D02_19_7b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Vegetable Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-vegetable-salad-with-poppy-seed-dressing\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps95066_TH163620B11_13_9b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Layered Grilled Corn Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/layered-grilled-corn-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Layered-Grilled-Corn-Salad_exps164979_TH143192B02_05_8bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chicken Avocado Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/chicken-avocado-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps38283_SD1191049D35C.jpg"},{"post_title":"Grilled Mango & Avocado Salad","post_link":"\/recipes\/grilled-mango-avocado-salad\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps174348_GI163846B12_18_1b-10.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin_file":false,"ncv_override_generic_settings_option":false,"ncv_autoplay_option":"","ncv_stickyplay_option":"","ncv_ads_option":"","ncv_mute_option":"","ncv_comscore_option":"","ncv_autoplay_mobile_option":"","ncv_viewable_threshold_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_option":"","ncv_autopause_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_mobile_option":"","ncv_autopause_mobile_option":"","ncv_sticky_mobile_option":"","ncv_remove_player_option":false,"ncv_moat_option":"","long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Grilled-Corn-Salad-with-Avocado_EXPS_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_5.jpg"},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grilled-corn-salad\/","name":"Grilled Corn Salad","datePublished":"2024-10-24","dateModified":"2024-10-24","prepTime":"PT15M","cookTime":"PT20M","totalTime":"PT35M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Grilled-Corn-Salad-with-Avocado_EXPS_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_5.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Side Dishes"],"description":"This grilled corn salad is easy to make and packed with veggies and flavor, which means it's always welcome on the table.","recipeIngredient":["6 medium ears sweet corn, husked","1\/4 cup olive oil","3 tablespoons lime juice","1\/2 tablespoon grated lime zest","1\/2 teaspoon salt","1\/4 teaspoon pepper","2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved","1 cup chopped sweet red pepper","1\/2 cup chopped cucumber","1\/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped","1\/4 cup chopped red onion","1\/4 cup chopped green onions","1\/4 cup Cotija cheese","1 medium ripe avocado, peeled, chopped"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Grill the corn","text":"Preheat the grill to 350\u00b0F, then grill the corn until it's lightly charred on all sides, which will take about 20 minutes. Let the corn cool. Use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cobs, then discard the cobs.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grilled-Corn-Salad_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_1.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Combine all ingredients","text":"In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Then, stir in the corn, tomatoes, red pepper, cucumber, cilantro, red onion, green onion, and cheese. Cover the salad and refrigerate it until you're ready to serve it. Just before serving the salad, fold in the chopped avocado.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Grilled-Corn-Salad_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_2.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"about 8 cups","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Steven John"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 149 calories","fatContent":"9g fat (2g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"3mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"176mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"16g carbohydrate (6g sugars","fiberContent":"3g fiber)","proteinContent":"4g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"185679","romance_copy_dek":"This grilled corn salad is easy to make and packed with veggies and flavor, which means it's always welcome on the table.","enhanced_recipe_title":"Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"6 medium ears sweet corn, husked","IngredientText":"6 medium ears sweet corn, husked"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 cup olive oil","IngredientText":"1\/4 cup olive oil"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"3 tablespoons lime juice","IngredientText":"3 tablespoons lime juice"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 tablespoon grated lime zest","IngredientText":"1\/2 tablespoon grated lime zest"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 teaspoon salt","IngredientText":"1\/2 teaspoon salt"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 teaspoon pepper","IngredientText":"1\/4 teaspoon pepper"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved","IngredientText":"2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup chopped sweet red pepper","IngredientText":"1 cup chopped sweet red pepper"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup chopped cucumber","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup chopped cucumber"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 cup chopped red onion","IngredientText":"1\/4 cup chopped red onion"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 cup chopped green onions","IngredientText":"1\/4 cup chopped green onions"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 cup Cotija cheese","IngredientText":"1\/4 cup Cotija cheese"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 medium ripe avocado, peeled, chopped","IngredientText":"1 medium ripe avocado, peeled, chopped"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Grilled-Corn-Salad-with-Avocado_EXPS_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_5.jpg","RecipeId":185679,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado Recipe photo by Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"Grilled-Corn-Salad-with-Avocado_EXPS_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_5.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Misty","Lastname":"Tudor","City":"Ajax","StateDescription":"Ontario","IsCommunityCook":false,"TimeCallout":"Prep: 15 mins. Cook: 20 mins.","MinimumServingQuantity":10,"MaximumServingQuantity":10,"Yield":"about 8 cups.","DigitalTitle":"Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado","SubmittedTitle":"Grilled Corn Salad","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":0,"WebPublishedDate":"10\/24\/2024 10:08:56 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"FB_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_4.jpg","PreparationTimeInMinutes":15,"CookTimeInMinutes":20,"TotalTimeInMinutes":35,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado","OriginalSourceProject":"Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":null,"Metadescription":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"I absolutely love cilantro and add it to recipes whenever I can. I'm also a fan of corn on the cob, and especially of the flavor that grilling the corn brings out. This recipe was born from the love of these ingredients. \u2014Misty Tudor, Ajax, Ontario","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":null,"RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"Directions":[{"Direction":"Preheat grill to 350\u00b0. Grill corn until lightly charred on all sides, about 20 minutes. Let cool. Use a sharp knife to cut kernels off the cob; discard cob.","SequenceNo":1},{"Direction":" In a large bowl, whisk together oil, lime juice, lime zest, salt and pepper. Stir in corn, tomatoes, red pepper, cucumber, cilantro, red onion, green onion and cheese. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, fold in avocado.","SequenceNo":2}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[],"Course":[],"Cuisine":[],"HealthyEating":[],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[],"Ingredients":[],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Cooking Style","ID":304328},{"Name":"Easy","ID":304338},{"Name":"Quick","ID":304350},{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"BBQ","ID":305511},{"Name":"Salads","ID":306571},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"Appliances","ID":304032},{"Name":"Gas Grill","ID":304041},{"Name":"Health & Wellness","ID":304988},{"Name":"Diabetic","ID":304998},{"Name":"Gluten-Free","ID":305003},{"Name":"Healthy Eating","ID":305004},{"Name":"Vegetarian","ID":305031},{"Name":"Holidays & Events","ID":304368},{"Name":"Events & Gatherings","ID":304515},{"Name":"Picnic","ID":304553},{"Name":"Potluck","ID":304558},{"Name":"Seasons","ID":304388},{"Name":"Summer","ID":304398},{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":306848},{"Name":"Avocados","ID":307628},{"Name":"Cheese","ID":306910},{"Name":"Cherry Tomatoes","ID":307794},{"Name":"Corn","ID":307660},{"Name":"Cucumbers","ID":307668},{"Name":"Peppers","ID":307723},{"Name":"Sweet Red Peppers","ID":307738},{"Name":"Tomatoes","ID":307789},{"Name":"Vegetables","ID":307614},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Side Dishes","ID":304313},{"Name":"Techniques","ID":304150},{"Name":"Grilling","ID":304185},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":16,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"3\/4 cup: 149 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 176mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.","NoOfRatings":0,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImages\/Grilled-Corn-Salad-with-Avocado_EXPS_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_5.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/Grilled-Corn-Salad-with-Avocado_EXPS_TOHD24_185679_SoniaBozzo_5.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":true,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","GlobalCookingTips":[],"RecipeSpecificCookingTips":[]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51279,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43644,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":310825,"name":"BBQ","slug":"bbq","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310760,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Get your fill of all things grilled and glazed with our best BBQ recipes, BBQ sauce recipes, BBQ chicken recipes, pulled pork recipes and more.","parent":310796,"count":1699,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/bbq\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\nSonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Step 2: Combine all ingredients<\/h3>\n
Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Grilled Corn Salad Variations<\/h2>\n
\n
How to Store Grilled Corn Salad<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze this corn salad?<\/h3>\n
Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado Tips<\/h2>\n
Sonia Bozzo for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
What is Cojita cheese?<\/h3>\n
What should I serve with this salad?<\/h3>\n
Is this a healthy salad?<\/h3>\n