Description
This Grilled Corn Salad with Cotija is a vibrant and flavorful dish that celebrates the sweetness of fresh corn paired with tangy cotija cheese and zesty seasonings. Perfect for summer gatherings and BBQs!
Ingredients
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Corn Salad:
- 6 large ears of corn (or 7 medium, about 6 cups)
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup queso Cotija, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Tajin, Chili Lime Seasoning or Trader Joe’s Everything But the Elote seasoning (plus more for topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Set the grill to medium-high. Husk the corn.
- Cut the kernels off the cobs. Place corn, scallions, and cotija cheese in a salad bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss.
- Add the Tajin, cilantro, and toss again. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve topped with additional chili lime seasoning and lime wedges if desired.
Grill for 10 to 12 minutes, turning often, until charred in spots. Transfer to a cutting board to cool.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 117 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 211mg
- Fat: 6.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 7.5mg
