Grilled Corn-and-Butter Bean Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Grilled Corn-and-Butter Bean Salad
200 min.
10
210kcal

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Looking to add a delightful twist to your next barbecue or picnic? Our Grilled Corn-and-Butter Bean Salad is the perfect side dish that combines vibrant flavors and textures, making it a memorable addition to any meal. Loaded with fresh ingredients, this salad showcases the sweet, smoky notes of grilled corn and the buttery richness of butter beans.

What makes this recipe stand out is its harmony of flavors—crisp bell peppers and onions are grilled to perfection, adding a touch of char that enhances their natural sweetness. Tossed with juicy grape tomatoes and a creamy mayonnaise dressing, this gluten-free and dairy-free salad is sure to please a crowd. Plus, it’s easy to make and assembles quickly, allowing you to focus on enjoying your time with family and friends.

Take advantage of the summer bounty and bring home fresh corn and fragrant basil for this vibrant dish. Not only is it simple and quick to prepare, but it can also be made ahead of time and chilled, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully. With only 210 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free option that doesn’t compromise on taste. Whether you serve it alongside grilled meats or as a standalone dish, this Grilled Corn-and-Butter Bean Salad will certainly steal the show!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz shell beans frozen
  •  ears corn fresh
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 0.8 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • large bell pepper red thick cut into rings
  • large onion red thick cut into slices
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Cook butter beans according to package directions; drain and cool completely (about 20 minutes).
  2. Meanwhile, preheat grill to 350 to 400 (medium-high) heat. Grill corn, covered with grill lid, 15 minutes or until done, turning every 4 to 5 minutes. (Some kernels will begin to char and pop.) At the same time, grill onion and bell pepper, covered with grill lid, 5 minutes on each side or until tender. Cool all vegetables completely (about 20 minutes).
  3. Cut kernels from cobs. Discard cobs. Chop onion and bell pepper into 1/2-inch pieces.
  4. Stir together mayonnaise and next 5 ingredients. Stir in tomatoes, corn kernels, and onion and pepper pieces.
  5. Add salt to taste. Cover and chill 2 to 8 hours before serving. Store in refrigerator up to 3 days.
  6. *Fresh butter beans may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories210kcal
Protein9.8%
Fat55%
Carbs35.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.05
Glycemic Load
2.66
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.091739118099%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.55mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:210.01kcal
10.5%
Fat:13.32g
20.5%
Saturated Fat:2.14g
13.4%
Carbohydrates:19.19g
6.4%
Net Carbohydrates:14.54g
5.29%
Sugar:5.28g
5.86%
Cholesterol:7.06mg
2.35%
Sodium:355.27mg
15.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.34g
10.68%
Vitamin C:26.57mg
32.21%
Vitamin K:33.09µg
31.51%
Fiber:4.65g
18.59%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.44%
Folate:65.96µg
16.49%
Vitamin A:748.76IU
14.98%
Potassium:426.11mg
12.17%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.08%
Phosphorus:98.26mg
9.83%
Magnesium:38.41mg
9.6%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.28%
Iron:1.51mg
8.38%
Copper:0.15mg
7.55%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.71%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.62%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.51%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.79%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.08%
Selenium:2.77µg
3.95%
Calcium:17.78mg
1.78%
Source:My Recipes