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    California Grilled Corn Salad

    Charred sweet corn tossed with cherry tomatoes, cotija cheese, and a lime-cilantro dressing.

    ⏱ 10 minPrep time
    🔥 10 minCook time
    🍽 4Servings
    🏷 California KitchenCategory
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    California grilled corn salad is summer on a platter — charred corn cut off the cob and tossed with cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and basil in a lime vinaigrette. It’s the side dish that steals the show at every barbecue.

    Summer on a platter

    Charred corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and basil in a lime vinaigrette — the fresh California corn salad.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Brush the corn with 1 tbsp oil and grill over medium-high heat, turning, until charred, about 8-10 minutes.
    2. Cut the corn from the cobs into a large bowl.
    3. Add the tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and basil.
    4. Whisk the lime juice, 3 tbsp oil, salt, pepper, and paprika and pour over the salad. Toss gently.
    5. Serve at room temperature.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Char the corn well — the smoky flavor is the point. Fold in the avocado last so it stays chunky and green.

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    Recipe details

    Prep10 min
    Cook10 min
    Servings4
    CategoryCalifornia Kitchen
    PublishedAugust 16, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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