indian-style grilled corn midsummer salad

Falmouth, ME
Updated on Sep 29, 2010

This is a great summer salad that can be made ahead then tossed with its final grilled ingredient just before the rest of dinner is ready! It appeals to my Indian husband, who likes the Indian way of preparing corn with cayenne and lime. In winter when the grill's put away, we use frozen corn.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons good quality olive oil, divided
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced and drained
  • 1 cup garbanzos, cooked, drained
  • 1/3 cup minced vidalia or red onion
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/3 cup minced cilantro
  • 1 medium ripe avocado
  • 1 cup cooked edamame
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
  • 6 medium ears fresh corn

How To Make indian-style grilled corn midsummer salad

  • Step 1
    Combine ¼ cup oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, tomatoes, chickpeas, onion, feta and cilantro in a glass or ceramic bowl. Add cubed avocado and edamame Toss well and let marinate at room temperature for at least an hour. Toss again, tasting to adjust salt and pepper. Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Brush corn lightly with remaining 2 Tbsp oil and sprinkle with cayenne.
  • Step 2
    Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Brush corn lightly with remaining 2 Tbsp oil and sprinkle with cayenne. Grill corn until brown in spots, turning occasionally, about 12 minutes. Cut from cob and stir into ingredients in bowl and serve. note:cooked frozen corn may be substituted!

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