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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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Grilled Corn-and-Butter Bean Salad! This vibrant and colorful dish is perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or any occasion where fresh flavors are a must. Combining the sweet, smoky notes of grilled corn with the creamy texture of butter beans, this salad offers a unique twist on traditional side dishes. The addition of fresh basil, juicy grape tomatoes, and grilled bell peppers adds a refreshing burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

Not only is this salad gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, but it’s also a breeze to prepare. With just a few simple steps, you can transform everyday ingredients into a stunning and delicious dish that serves up to 10 people! The perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures that this salad is both satisfying and nutritious, with just 210 calories per serving.

The best part? It can be made ahead of time! Allowing the flavors to meld together in the refrigerator for a couple of hours or even overnight enhances the overall taste, making it a fabulous make-ahead option. Whether served alongside grilled meats, as part of a buffet spread, or savored as a light lunch, this Grilled Corn-and-Butter Bean Salad is bound to impress guests and family alike. So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy a delightful, wholesome dish that celebrates the best of seasonal produce!

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