Grilled Street Corn Salad with Cilantro Butter Shrimp, Pico de Gallo and Avocado Purée

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
7%
Grilled Street Corn Salad with Cilantro Butter Shrimp, Pico de Gallo and Avocado Purée
45 min.
4
319kcal

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Looking to elevate your dining experience with a touch of summer in every bite? Our Grilled Street Corn Salad with Cilantro Butter Shrimp, Pico de Gallo, and Avocado Purée is the perfect dish to bring vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients to your table. This gluten-free delight not only satisfies your taste buds but also ensures a guilt-free indulgence, with only 319 calories per serving.

Imagine biting into juicy prawns sautéed in rich, aromatic cilantro butter, perfectly complemented by the smoky sweetness of charred corn. Each forkful of this hearty salad bursts with textures and flavors—from the crunchy kernels of corn and the refreshing pico de gallo to the creamy, smooth avocado purée. It’s a medley that channels the essence of street food, giving you that indulgent experience without the need to leave your home.

This recipe is not only a feast for your palate but also a feast for the eyes, garnished beautifully with vibrant ingredients. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or simply treating yourself to a delicious meal, this dish promises to impress everyone around your table. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up an unforgettable culinary experience that celebrates the flavors of the season. Dive into this fun and flavorful dish today—it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5  avocado pitted ripe
  • teaspoon ground pepper 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves chopped
  •  ears corn 
  • 0.5 tablespoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3  jalapeno fresh minced
  • 0.5  juice of lemon 
  • 0.5  juice of lime 
  • jumbo tiger prawns deveined peeled
  • 0.5  mangos peeled coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons queso fresco grated
  • servings salt to taste
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground to taste
  • medium tomatoes diced seeded
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.5 medium onion yellow minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • blender
  • grill
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Prepare the grill (medium-high heat). Grill the corn on the grill rack, covered, turning occasionally, until lightly charred in spots, about 10 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the corn to a platter and let it cool, then cut the kernels from the cob. In a bowl toss the corn with the remaining corn salad ingredients. Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Toss together all the pico de gallo ingredients and season the salsa with salt and additional fresh lemon and lime juice, if necessary.
  3. Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender and add the mango and lime and lemon juices. Blend the mixture until it is smooth, then, thin the purée, if necessary. with water. Season the purée with salt.
  4. In a medium skillet over moderately high heat, melt the butter, then stir in the cilantro.
  5. Add the prawns and sauté, turning them occasionally, until they turn pink and are just cooked through, about 4 to 6 minutes. Season the prawns with salt.
  6. Divide the corn salad among 4 plates, spooning it onto the center of each plate, and top each serving with a prawn. Spoon the pico de gallo over the prawn and drizzle it with the avocado purée.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories319kcal
Protein15.36%
Fat65.25%
Carbs19.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.44
Glycemic Load
2.96
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
14.850000070489%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
0.88mg
Naringenin
0.48mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
3.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:319.25kcal
15.96%
Fat:24.1g
37.08%
Saturated Fat:9.02g
56.36%
Carbohydrates:16.12g
5.37%
Net Carbohydrates:12.33g
4.48%
Sugar:7.93g
8.81%
Cholesterol:103.34mg
34.45%
Sodium:828.28mg
36.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.76g
25.53%
Vitamin C:27.01mg
32.74%
Vitamin A:1596.28IU
31.93%
Selenium:20.09µg
28.7%
Phosphorus:257.91mg
25.79%
Vitamin E:3.37mg
22.49%
Vitamin K:17.86µg
17%
Folate:66.85µg
16.71%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.32%
Fiber:3.79g
15.16%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.8%
Potassium:511.87mg
14.62%
Calcium:141.54mg
14.15%
Copper:0.25mg
12.61%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.47%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.7%
Magnesium:46.79mg
11.7%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.38%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.84%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.64%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.88%
Iron:1.23mg
6.84%
Vitamin D:0.61µg
4.08%
Source:Epicurious