Grilled Jalapeño Corn Salad with Scallions and Lime

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A bright, smoky summer salad combining char-grilled corn, spicy jalapeño, and fresh scallions tossed in a zesty lime dressing. This American-inspired summer cookout recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs fresh corn on the cob, jalapeño pepper, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 American cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Husk 4 ears of fresh corn and grill them directly on the grates for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until the kernels are charred and tender.
  2. Step 2: While the corn grills, finely dice 1 medium jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat) and thinly slice 4 scallion stalks, including the green parts.
  3. Step 3: Once the corn is cool enough to handle, use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl.
  4. Step 4: Add the diced jalapeño, sliced scallions, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves to the bowl with the corn.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper until the dressing emulsifies.
  6. Step 6: Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients, coating the kernels evenly.
  7. Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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