Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions
Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions is a delightful summer dish that brings together vibrant flavors and textures. The smoky sweetness of charred corn perfectly complements the creaminess of ripe avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and caramelized red onions. Finished with a zesty lemon Dijon dressing, this salad is not only refreshing but also versatile enough to serve at barbecues, potlucks, or as a light lunch. With minimal prep time and wholesome ingredients, it’s an irresistible choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 red onions
- 3 ears of corn
- 200g red grape tomatoes
- 200g yellow grape tomatoes
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ bunch cilantro (coriander)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat. Slice the red onions, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the seasoned onions alongside whole corn for about 15-20 minutes until charred and tender.
- While grilling, chop the cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro into a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup; season to taste.
- After grilling, let the corn cool slightly before cutting off kernels. Add grilled corn and onions to the bowl of chopped ingredients.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg