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Fresh Grilled Corn Salad Recipe with Feta and Lime Zest

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A quick and easy summer salad featuring smoky grilled corn, creamy feta, and bright lime zest. Perfect as a fresh side dish for BBQs or light dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional add-ins: 1 small red bell pepper, diced
  • Optional add-ins: 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
  2. Husk the ears of corn and remove all silk. Optionally brush each ear lightly with olive oil.
  3. Place the ears directly on the grill grates. Turn every 2-3 minutes for even cooking, grilling until all sides have nice char marks and the kernels are tender, about 10-12 minutes total.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly until warm enough to handle.
  5. Stand each ear upright on a cutting board and carefully slice downward with a sharp knife to remove kernels, avoiding the tough core.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, toss the warm corn kernels with crumbled feta, chopped herbs, lime zest, and lime juice.
  7. Drizzle olive oil over everything and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  8. Mix gently but thoroughly to soften the feta slightly and blend flavors.
  9. If using, stir in diced red bell pepper or red onion for extra crunch and color.
  10. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

If feta is too salty, rinse lightly under cold water and pat dry before adding. Lime zest is best added fresh to preserve brightness. You can grill corn with husks on for a few minutes before removing to finish on the grill for better moisture and flavor. Frozen corn can be used as a shortcut but will be less sweet. Salad can be served warm or chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, feta cheese, lime zest, summer salad, BBQ side dish, easy salad recipe, fresh corn salad

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