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Flavorful Grilled Sweet Corn Salad with Cotija Cheese

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A quick and easy grilled sweet corn salad with smoky char, tangy lime juice, and salty Cotija cheese, perfect for summer parties and barbecues.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh sweet corn, husked
  • 1 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • Juice of 2 medium limes (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  2. Husk the ears of corn and remove all silks. Brush each ear lightly with olive oil.
  3. Place the corn directly on the grill grates and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until kernels have blackened spots but are not burnt.
  4. Remove the corn and let it cool for 5 minutes until warm but easier to handle.
  5. Using a sharp knife, stand each ear upright in a bowl and carefully cut the kernels off the cob.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm corn kernels, crumbled Cotija cheese, mayonnaise, chopped cilantro, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Add the lime juice and gently toss everything together until well combined.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or chili powder if desired.
  9. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra Cotija cheese or cilantro if desired. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

Notes

If fresh corn is unavailable, frozen corn can be thawed and charred in a hot skillet or under the broiler. For dairy-free versions, substitute Cotija cheese with crumbled firm tofu or vegan cheese and use vegan mayonnaise or mashed avocado instead of mayo. Warm corn helps the cheese melt slightly and meld flavors better. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat gently.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, sweet corn salad, Cotija cheese, summer salad, barbecue side dish, lime dressing, easy corn salad

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