Description
A bright and flavorful summer salad featuring smoky grilled corn, creamy feta cheese, and fresh basil, perfect for quick meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
- 6 oz (170g) creamy feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: toasted pine nuts or pepitas, or swap feta for goat cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Husk the corn, removing all silk. Brush ears lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the corn directly on the grill grates, turning every 2-3 minutes until lightly charred and tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Let the corn cool for a few minutes, then slice kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add crumbled feta, chopped basil, cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion to the bowl with corn.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine without breaking up the feta too much.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
- Serve fresh, slightly warm, or at room temperature. For make-ahead, keep dressing separate and toss before serving.
Notes
Do not over-char the corn to avoid bitterness. Add basil last and toss gently to preserve its color and flavor. For dairy-free, substitute feta with vegan cheese or avocado. Keep dressing separate if prepping ahead to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 c
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: grilled corn salad, feta cheese, basil, summer salad, easy salad, fresh corn, healthy salad, barbecue side dish