Gluten Free Grilled Mexican Corn Salad Recipe

This is a salad version of a classic Mexican street food, elote, which is grilled corn served with a variety of toppings. This particular salad is vegan, but feel free to go traditional and top with cotija cheese!

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Gluten Free Grilled Mexican Corn Salad Recipe

This is a salad version of a classic Mexican street food, elote, which is grilled corn served with a variety of toppings.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time20 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 263kcal

Author: Alyssa Rimmer

Ingredients

For the salad:

• ▢ 4 ears of sweet corn shucked
• ▢ 1 cup cooked quinoa optional
• ▢ 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
• ▢ 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and diced
• ▢ ½ cup pumpkin seeds optional

For the dressing:

• ▢ ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves roughly chopped
• ▢ 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• ▢ Juice of 2 limes
• ▢ 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon agave optional
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon kosher or fine sea salt
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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  Preheat the grill to medium-high. Place the corn directly on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until nicely charred. Remove and let rest until cool enough to touch.
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  Once cooled, cut the corn from the cob. Add it to a large salad bowl along with the quinoa, tomatoes, and jalapeño.
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  If using, toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet or toaster oven until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Add the seeds to the bowl and toss to combine the salad.
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  Add dressing ingredients to a jar. Seal the jar and shake until combined. Pour over the salad and toss. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.
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  Serve warm or, if making ahead, chill for 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Gluten Free Grilled Mexican Corn Salad Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 263 Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Fat 13g20%

Saturated Fat 2g10%

Sodium 179mg7%

Potassium 559mg16%

Carbohydrates 33g11%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 9g10%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 785IU16%

Vitamin C 27.6mg33%

Calcium 20mg2%

Iron 2.4mg13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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