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Flavorful Grilled Street Corn Salad Recipe with Easy Zesty Lime Crema

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A smoky, creamy, and tangy grilled street corn salad with a zesty lime crema, perfect for summer gatherings and quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a tangier dressing)
  • Juice of 2 fresh limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled (feta as substitute)
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C), approximately 10 minutes.
  2. Brush the corn lightly with olive oil on all sides and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the corn directly on the grates, turning every 2-3 minutes, until charred and tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  4. Remove corn from grill and let cool for about 5 minutes. Cut kernels off the cob with a sharp knife into a large bowl.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  6. Toss the warm corn kernels with the lime crema, chopped cilantro, crumbled cheese, and diced jalapeño if using.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. Serve immediately or chill for 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a serrated knife to cut kernels for cleaner cuts. Toss salad while corn is warm for best flavor absorption. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut or cashew-based alternatives and use vegan cheese or omit cheese. Frozen corn can be used but fresh corn provides better smoky flavor. Avoid freezing leftovers; store in airtight container in fridge up to 2 days.

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