Grilled Corn Salad With Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette

Name: Grilled Corn Salad With Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: For salad:; • 6 ears of corn; • 1 English cucumber, cut into ½-inch chunks, about 2 cups; • 1 bunch green onions, diced, about ½ cup; • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved, about 2 cups; For vinaigrette:; • 1 bunch basil leaves, about 1 cup; • 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard; • juice of 1 large lemon, about 3 tablespoons; • ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar; • 1 tablespoon honey; • ½ cup olive oil; • 1 teaspoon kosher salt; • ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper; • 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, shaved, about ½ cup

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Grilled Corn Salad With Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette

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The Strategy:

When I prepare corn, I purposefully make more than I need (surprise, surprise!) because I like to use the leftovers in other veggie side dishes. Remove the kernels from the cob and store them in an airtight container. When you are ready, you can sauté them in oil with other veggies a la succotash. You can also toast them in a fry pan and blend them with black beans, tomatoes, chilis, and cilantro for a yummy salsa—or you can turn them into a delicious salad, like this one.

Serves: a crowd | Total Time: 35 minutes till it’s ready

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

For salad:
• 6 ears of corn
• 1 English cucumber, cut into ½-inch chunks, about 2 cups
• 1 bunch green onions, diced, about ½ cup
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved, about 2 cups

Vinaigrette Liquids

For vinaigrette:
• 1 bunch basil leaves, about 1 cup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
• juice of 1 large lemon, about 3 tablespoons
• ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey

Vinaigrette Finish and Seasonings

• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper
• 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, shaved, about ½ cup

Overhead prep shot of raw corn, English cucumber, green onions, cherry tomatoes, basil, mustard, lemon, white balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and shaved Parmesan

Instructions

Remove the husks from the corn and grill over medium heat, turning often, until the kernels are golden brown. Cool to room temperature.
Cut the kernels from the cobs into a bowl.
Add the cucumber, green onions, and cherry tomatoes.
Add the basil leaves into a blender or the bowl of a food processor. Add the mustard, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and honey. Pulse to combine.
With the machine running, slowly pour in the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Drizzle some of the dressing over the corn salad. Toss to just coat the veggies. You want just a bit of dressing; you don’t want it to be soggy.
Garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese.

Extreme close-up action shot drizzling bright green Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette over charred corn, tomatoes, and cucumbers

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The Heart of the Table

A huge, brightly colored salad like this one is an absolute magnet for conversation. When you carry a bowl brimming with vibrant, grilled summer vegetables out to the patio, you can almost feel the collective exhale from your friends and family as they settle in to pass the bowl and share a simple, restorative meal together.

An elegant casual outdoor summer dining setting featuring Grilled Corn Salad alongside a perfectly grilled chicken breast

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THE PRESENTATION: Serve in a large, wide wooden or rustic ceramic bowl to let all the vibrant colors shine. Garnish with large, beautiful shards of shaved Parmesan right before serving.
THE POUR: A bright, zesty Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. The sharp, herbal citrus notes will perfectly match the lemon and fresh basil in the vinaigrette while cutting through the rich olive oil.
THE VIBE: Vibrant, casual, and energetic. This is the perfect lively side dish for a relaxed backyard barbecue.

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Grilled Corn Salad With Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette

Grilled Corn Salad With Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette

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