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Mexican Fiesta Fire Roasted Corn Salad Recipe

Fire-roasted corn, red bell peppers, and jalapenos make the base of this delicious spicy summer salad.
Course Salad
Cuisine tex-mex
Budget Frugal
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 354kcal

Equipment

  • Gas, Fire grill or indoor grill pan
  • Large bowl

Ingredients

  • 2 ears fresh yellow corn shucked
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 small lime zest and juice
  • 1 small clove garlic finely grated 
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 small red bell pepper seeds and membranes removed, chopped
  • 1 avocado cubed
  • ¼ small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 small jalapeño thinly sliced, seeds and ribs removed if desired
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil torn
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Cotija cheese crumbled (optional)

Instructions

Grilling the vegetables:

  • Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for high heat. Preheat the grill for 5 minutes.
  • If you don't have a grill, use a grill pan indoors over high heat. Brush corn, red pepper, and jalapeño with olive oil.
  • Grill, turning occasionally, until corn kernels are browned in spots, about 4 minutes.
  • The red pepper and jalapeño will cook faster. Remove them when partially charred.
  • Transfer vegetables to a cutting board and let cool slightly.

Assembling the salad:

  • Use a sharp knife to remove the corn kernels. Chop the jalapeño and red bell pepper. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, add the lime zest and juice, grated garlic, salt, pepper, and remaining oil.
  • Stir to combine completely. Add corn and bell pepper to the bowl. Toss to coat with dressing.
  • Add avocado, onion, and jalapeño. Gently stir to combine. Top with basil and cilantro.
  • Drizzle with sour cream and sprinkle with Cotija cheese. Carefully fold to combine and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 609mg | Potassium: 909mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1708IU | Vitamin C: 83mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg