Description
This vibrant and flavorful Grilled Corn Salad with Avocado, Goat Cheese & Hot Honey Vinaigrette is the perfect summer dish. Combining the sweetness of grilled corn, the creaminess of avocado and goat cheese, and a spicy kick from the hot honey vinaigrette, this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for barbecues, dinner parties, or as a refreshing side dish, it’s both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
4 ears of corn, husked
1 avocado, diced
4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Hot Honey Vinaigrette:
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Grill the Corn:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the ears of corn, turning occasionally, until they are charred in spots and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from grill and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Vinaigrette:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Once the grilled corn has cooled enough to handle, cut the kernels off the cob into a large bowl.
- Add diced avocado, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the corn kernels.
- Pour Vinaigrette:
- Drizzle the hot honey vinaigrette over the salad ingredients.
- Toss and Season:
- Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Transfer the grilled corn salad to a serving platter or individual plates.
- Optionally, garnish with extra cilantro leaves or additional crumbled goat cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the vinaigrette to suit your spice preference.
This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a refreshing side dish for any summer gathering.
For an added twist, try adding cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for extra color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings