Charred Corn Salad with Basil and Tomatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Charred Corn Salad with Basil and Tomatoes
25 min.
8
230kcal

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Summer is a time for vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, and there's no better way to celebrate the season than with this delightful Charred Corn Salad with Basil and Tomatoes. This dish not only highlights the sweet, smoky goodness of grilled corn but also brings together the aromatic freshness of basil and the juicy burst of tomatoes. Each bite is a celebration of textures and tastes, making it the perfect side dish for gatherings, barbecues, or just a casual dinner at home.

What makes this salad truly stand out is its versatility. Being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, it caters to a wide range of dietary preferences without compromising on flavor. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad can be ready in just 25 minutes, allowing you to spend more time enjoying good company rather than being stuck in the kitchen.

The dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a nutritious choice, with each serving packing a satisfying punch of flavor while remaining light at just 230 calories. With its colorful ingredients and fresh herbs, this Charred Corn Salad will not only tantalize your taste buds but also brighten up your table, making it a must-try recipe this season. So fire up that grill and get ready to impress your guests with this unforgettable dish!

Ingredients

  • 12  ears corn husked
  • cup basil fresh loosely packed ()
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh ()
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • cup onion red thinly sliced
  • large tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve
  • grill

Directions

  1. Build a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill, orheat a gas grill to high. Rub corn with 1 tablespoonoil. Grill, turning frequently, until corn ischarred and heated through, 10-12 minutes.
  2. Remove from grill; when cool enough tohandle, cut kernels from cobs and transferto a large bowl. DO AHEAD: Corn can bemade 3 hours ahead.
  3. Let stand at roomtemperature.
  4. Place onion in a strainer and rinsewith cold water to mellow its flavor.
  5. Drainwell.
  6. Mix onion, remaining 5 tablespoons oil,tomatoes, basil, 1/3 cup lime juice, and thymeinto corn. Season to taste with salt, pepper,and more lime juice, if desired. DO AHEAD:Salad can be assembled 1 hour ahead.
  7. Letstand at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories230kcal
Protein8.29%
Fat44.13%
Carbs47.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.5
Glycemic Load
0.99
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
11.203043466029%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.9mg
Naringenin
0.35mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.81mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
4.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:230.34kcal
11.52%
Fat:12.49g
19.22%
Saturated Fat:1.92g
12%
Carbohydrates:30.3g
10.1%
Net Carbohydrates:26.36g
9.58%
Sugar:10.68g
11.86%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:24.03mg
1.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.28g
10.56%
Vitamin C:23.26mg
28.19%
Vitamin K:23.07µg
21.98%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.84%
Folate:71.18µg
17.79%
Vitamin A:878.85IU
17.58%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.98%
Fiber:3.94g
15.78%
Magnesium:62.65mg
15.66%
Potassium:534.27mg
15.26%
Phosphorus:141.97mg
14.2%
Vitamin B3:2.76mg
13.79%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.69%
Vitamin B5:1.06mg
10.6%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.04%
Iron:1.34mg
7.47%
Copper:0.13mg
6.64%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.91%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.32%
Calcium:26.21mg
2.62%
Selenium:0.93µg
1.33%
Source:Epicurious