Charred Corn Salad

Craving a taste of summer? Try this easy-to-make Charred Corn Salad recipe! The best part? No grill is needed – just your stovetop!

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During the summer, I crave light, refreshing meals and side dishes that are easy to prepare. This Charred Corn Salad recipe is a staple in my summer menu, perfectly capturing the flavors of the season with its fresh ingredients and vibrant colors.

Not too long ago, my go-to option for quick and convenient salads was store-bought varieties. However, I’ve since made a conscious effort to embrace homemade recipes. I have this new-found passion in creating my own dishes from scratch, including this flavorful corn salad. I truly enjoy experimenting with fresh ingredients, flavours, and techniques.

Tips For Preparing the Best Charred Corn Salad

Is a Grill / Barbeque Required?

Wondering if you need a grill to make this delicious Charred Corn Salad? The answer is: no! You can easily achieve that smoky, charred flavor on your stovetop, making this recipe accessible to everyone regardless of their outdoor cooking setup.

Ingredient Swaps

Looking to add a kick of spice to this recipe? Simply swap the sweet peppers for spicier options like jalapenos. The heat from peppers like jalapeno will elevate the flavors, giving this salad an extra zing. It’s perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their dishes.

Chilling Is Crucial

To ensure that all the flavours meld together perfectly, our Charred Corn Salad needs to set in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. This chilling time allows the ingredients to marry and intensify their flavors, resulting in a deliciously refreshing salad that’s best enjoyed cold.

How Do I Store Leftover Charred Corn Salad?

Simply place any leftover salad in an airtight container, and store it in the refrigerator. The salad can be kept fresh for up to 5 days, making it a convenient option for meal prep or enjoying as a side dish throughout the week.

When Making Salads, Always Try to Make Them Colourful!

Nutrition experts often recommend adding a rainbow of colours to your salads to ensure you’re benefiting from a diverse range of nutrients and flavors. By including an array of colorful ingredients in dishes like our Charred Corn Salad, you’re not only making your meal visually appealing, but also packing it with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

What Ingredients Do I Need to Make Charred Corn Salad?

• Extra virgin olive oil
• Frozen corn
• Red bell pepper
• Mini sweet peppers
• Red onion
• Sour cream
• Mayonnaise
• Lime juice
• Smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper
• Feta cheese

What Can I Serve with Charred Corn Salad?

The best part about this salad is that it serves great as a stand-alone dish, but also makes a fantastic side. We love pairing it with meaty mains like:

• Grilled chicken
• Cheeseburgers
• Steak (my favourite is filet mignon)
• Sausages

Charred Corn Salad

Craving a taste of summer? Try this easy-to-make Charred CornSalad recipe! No grill needed – just your stovetop!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Chilling Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cups frozen corn
• 3 tbsp sour cream
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 red bell pepper diced without the seeds
• 3 mini sweet peppers diced without the seeds
• ½ large red onion diced
• ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese divided

Instructions

 

• Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium with extra virgin olive oil
• Cook corn on the heated skillet – for about 5 to 7 minutes. Keep an eye on the corn, you don’t want it to burn, but you also want some of the kernels to brown.
• As the corn cooks, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, paprika and salt and pepper in a large bowl.
• Add the diced peppers, followed by the cooked corn.
• Fold in ½ cup of the feta cheese.
• Cover in plastic and let set in the refrigerator for at least four hours.
• When ready to serve, sprinkle remaining feta cheese.

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