Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions
Charred Corn Avocado Salad with Roasted Red Onions is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This refreshing salad features sweet and smoky charred corn, creamy avocado, and colorful cherry tomatoes, all elevated by the natural sweetness of roasted red onions. Tossed in a zesty lemon Dijon dressing, this salad is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or a light family dinner. Its bright flavors and appealing presentation make it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will brighten any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 red onions
- 3 ears of corn
- 200g red grape tomatoes
- 200g yellow grape tomatoes
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ bunch cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat a cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Slice the red onions into thick rounds and brush with olive oil. Grill the corn and onions for 15–20 minutes until charred, turning occasionally. Let cool before chopping.
- While cooling, halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the avocado. Chop cilantro finely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine grilled corn kernels, chopped onions, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg