Grilled Maize and Peanut Salad with Tamarind Dressing

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A vibrant salad featuring sweet grilled maize kernels tossed with crunchy peanuts and a tangy tamarind dressing for a refreshing Tanzanian-inspired side. This African-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs fresh maize (corn) on the cob, roasted peanuts, red bell pepper into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 African cuisine 280 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. Remove husks from 3 ears fresh maize and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until kernels are lightly charred and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Let the grilled maize cool slightly, then carefully cut the kernels off the cob into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, 1 small finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, salt to taste, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Pour the tamarind dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Step 6: Chill the salad for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve as a refreshing side or light lunch.

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