We are always on the lookout for healthy new recipes that are easy to make with kids, and this time of year we're also looking for ways to incorporate vegetables — like sweet Olathe corn — from local farms.
This grilled corn salad is a recipe that hits both those marks. We could say, perhaps, that it is a-maize-ing!
This recipe is perfect for a large group, since it serves 20 people. If you're having a smaller party, or just want to make it for dinner with the family, simply halve it. Since it's served cold, this salad also makes great leftovers to take to work or school — so don't be nervous about making too much!
Another note: Don't be scared off by the large number of seasonings here! All of these are common ingredients and seasonings that you most likely already have in your pantry and refrigerator.
Grilled corn salad ingredients:
- 10 ears corn, shucked
- 2 onions, peeled & cut into thirds, width-wise
- 2 red peppers, cut in half and seeded
- 1 green pepper, cut in half and seeded
- 1 yellow pepper, cut in half and seeded
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Olive oil
Dressing ingredients:
- Juice of 3 limes
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
How to make it:
- Preheat grill.
- Lightly coat all vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill all vegetables until lightly charred and tender, about 10 minutes.
- Remove vegetables from grill and allow to cool to room temperature.
- While the vegetables cool, prepare the dressing by combining all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and whisking well. This is a great job for the kids to help with!
- Chop peppers and onions. Remove kernels from corn by slicing with a knife.
- Combine chopped vegetables and corn kernels with dressing and mix well. (Another great job for the kids!)
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
This grilled corn salad is easy to pull together and a great opportunity for kids in the kitchen. Just make sure you're ready to entertain them with some corn-y jokes like this one:
"Why is corn such a good listener?"
Wait for it...
"Because it's all ears!"
