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Flavorful Grilled Corn Salad Recipe with Lime and Cotija Cheese Made Easy

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A fresh, tangy, and creamy grilled corn salad featuring smoky corn, zesty lime, and salty cotija cheese. Perfect for summer barbecues and quick side dishes.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • Juice of 2 medium limes
  • ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing the corn before grilling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 375°F/190°C).
  2. Brush each ear of corn lightly with olive oil.
  3. Place the corn directly on the grill grates and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until nicely charred.
  4. Remove the corn from the grill and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
  5. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the kernels off the cob by standing each ear upright on a cutting board and cutting downward.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cotija cheese, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly blended.
  7. Add the grilled corn kernels to the bowl and gently toss to coat evenly.
  8. Stir in the chopped cilantro if using.
  9. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  10. Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Notes

If salad feels dry, add a splash of olive oil or extra mayonnaise. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Can substitute mayo with Greek yogurt or vegan mayo for variations. For dairy-free, replace cotija with vegan feta or omit. Grill frozen corn kernels if fresh corn is unavailable. Salad can be served immediately or chilled. Store in airtight container up to 2 days.

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Keywords: grilled corn salad, lime, cotija cheese, summer salad, barbecue side dish, smoky corn, easy salad recipe

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