Best 4 Grilled Corn Salad With Lime Red Chili And Cotija Recipes

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Grilled Corn Salad with Lime, Red Chili, and Cotija is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer. This refreshing salad combines the smoky sweetness of grilled corn with the tanginess of lime, the heat of red chili, and the salty creaminess of cotija cheese. It's a perfect side dish for grilled meats, fish, or tacos, or it can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner.

With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can create this delicious and healthy salad that's sure to impress your family and friends. The recipe includes variations for those who prefer a spicier or milder salad, and it also provides instructions for grilling the corn on a grill pan or in the oven.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

COTIJA CHILI LIME GRILLED CORN RECIPE BY TASTY



Cotija Chili Lime Grilled Corn Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: corn, olive oil, salt, pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper, mayonnaise, lime, cotija cheese

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ears corn
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup mayonnaise
1 lime, juiced
½ cup cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill plate to medium heat.
  • Drizzle the corn with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix to ensure all the ears are evenly coated.
  • Place the corn on the grill. Close the lid to keep the temperature high, and let the corn cook for about 15 minutes per side, or until slightly charred on all sides.
  • Remove the corn from the heat and set aside.
  • In a small bowl mix the chili powder and cayenne together. In another small bowl, mix the lime juice and mayo together in a bowl, and spread or drizzle on the ears of corn.
  • Sprinkle the spices over the corn.
  • Top the corn with Cotija cheese.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 7 grams

GRILLED CORN ON THE COB WITH CHILI-LIME BUTTER AND COTIJA CHEESE



Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chili-Lime Butter and Cotija Cheese image

Provided by Marc Murphy

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ears corn, in their husks
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Juice of 3 limes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup cotija cheese or feta cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a grill to medium-high heat. Grill the corn in their husks until the husks start to blacken, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Mix together the butter, chili powder, cayenne pepper, lime juice and some salt and black pepper in a bowl until incorporated.
  • Peel back the corn husks, leaving on to use as handles while eating. Rub the chili-lime butter all over the corn. Garnish with the cotija cheese.

GRILLED CORN SALAD WITH COTIJA



Grilled Corn Salad with Cotija image

Grilled Corn Salad is inspired by Mexican street corn (elote) and made with chili- lime seasoning, scallions, and cotija cheese with no mayo.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large or 7 medium ears of corn (6 cups)
1/4 cup chopped scallions
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup queso Cotija (crumbled)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon Tajin, Chili Lime Seasoning or Trader Joes Everything But the Elote seasoning (plus more for topping)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
lime wedges (optional for serving)

Steps:

  • Set the grill to medium-high. Husk the corn.
  • Grill 10 to 12 minutes, turning often, until charred in spots. Transfer to a cutting board and set aside to cool.
  • Cut the kernels off the cobb. Put the corn, scallions and cotija cheese in a medium salad bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss.
  • Add the tajin (chili lime seasoning), cilantro and toss again. Taste for salt and pepper and adjust as needed.
  • Serve topped with more chili lime seasoning and fresh lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 /4 cup, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 4 g, Calories 117 kcal, Fat 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Sodium 211 mg, Fiber 1.5 g, Sugar 4 g

GRILLED CORN SALAD



Grilled Corn Salad image

A yummy and easy side for hot summer days! Goes great with your grilled dishes or just to munch on. This recipe will last several days when covered in an airtight container and refrigerated.

Provided by AMBERT77

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ears freshly shucked corn
1 green pepper, diced
2 Roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
¼ cup diced red onion
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped, or more to taste
2 teaspoons olive oil, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat; lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook the corn on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and specks of black appear, about 10 minutes; set aside until just cool enough to handle. Slice the kernels off of the cob and place into a bowl.
  • Combine the warm corn kernels with the green pepper, diced tomato, onion, cilantro, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss until evenly mixed. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 43.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh corn on the cob. If you can't find fresh corn, you can use frozen corn, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • To grill the corn, you can use a grill pan, a regular grill, or even a campfire. Just be sure to grill the corn until it is slightly charred and tender.
  • If you don't have cotija cheese, you can substitute feta cheese or queso fresco.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, simply grill the corn and let it cool completely. Then, store the corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, simply toss the corn with the other ingredients.

Conclusion:

This grilled corn salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any summer gathering. The combination of sweet corn, tangy lime, spicy chili, and creamy cotija cheese is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this grilled corn salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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