Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions
Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines sweet, smoky charred corn with creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and zesty dressing. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or potlucks, it offers a burst of flavor in every bite. With its healthy ingredients and easy preparation, this salad not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or as a versatile side that complements grilled meats beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 red onions
- 3 ears of corn
- 200g red grape tomatoes
- 200g yellow grape tomatoes
- 1 avocado
- ¼ bunch cilantro (coriander)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Gather and rinse all ingredients. Slice red onions into thick rings.
- Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush corn and onion rings with olive oil.
- Grill corn and onions for 5–7 minutes on each side until charred.
- Cool slightly; cut kernels off the corn cobs.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine grilled corn kernels, sliced onions, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
- Whisk together the dressing ingredients in a small bowl; pour over the salad mixture and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg