Grilled Corn Salsa with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil Recipe
This vibrant and fresh Corn Salsa recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or as a flavorful dip alongside tortilla chips. Grilled corn combines with ripe avocado, sweet grape tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing, accented by fresh basil and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Corn and Vegetables
- 5 ears of yellow corn, husked
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil
Dressing and Seasoning
- 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Grill: Heat a grill to medium-high heat and let it preheat for about 5 minutes, or alternatively, heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. This ensures the corn will get nicely charred and cooked evenly.
- Grill the Corn: Brush the corn ears with 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil and season them with kosher salt. Place them on the grill, turning occasionally, until the kernels start to char and become tender, approximately 8 minutes. After grilling, let the corn cool slightly before slicing the kernels off the cob with a sharp knife.
- Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix together the grilled corn kernels, finely chopped red onion, coarsely chopped avocado, quartered grape tomatoes, and sliced fresh basil to build the salsa base.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil, and season with salt. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Toss and Serve: Pour the dressing over the corn salsa mixture and gently stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly. Serve this fresh corn salsa alongside tortilla chips for a delightful appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, you can char the corn over an open flame on a gas stove if a grill is unavailable.
- To keep the avocado from browning, add it just before serving if you plan to store the salsa.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- This salsa can be served as a topping for grilled meats or fish or mixed into salads.
- If fresh basil is unavailable, cilantro can be used as an alternative for a different herbaceous note.
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