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Fresh Grilled Corn Salad with Easy Homemade Feta Lime Dressing

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A bright and fresh grilled corn salad featuring charred sweet corn, tangy lime dressing, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect as a quick side dish for summer gatherings or a light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • Juice of 2 medium limes (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until hot.
  2. Brush each ear of corn lightly with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt.
  3. Grill the corn, turning every 2-3 minutes, until kernels are evenly charred and smoky, about 10-12 minutes total. Kernels should be plump with a slight bite.
  4. Let the corn cool for 5 minutes, then carefully slice the kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Add crumbled feta, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and jalapeño (if using) to the corn.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine without breaking up the feta too much.
  8. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh lime juice and grill the corn instead of boiling. Let the salad rest after mixing to deepen flavors. To keep feta chunks intact, crumble by hand and fold in gently. You can prepare corn ahead and refrigerate before assembling the salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep dressing separate to avoid sogginess.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, feta lime dressing, summer salad, easy side dish, fresh corn salad, healthy salad, gluten-free, vegetarian

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