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Fresh Summer Corn and Heirloom Tomato Salad with Feta and Lime

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A vibrant and easy-to-make summer salad featuring smoky grilled corn, juicy heirloom tomatoes, creamy feta, and a bright lime dressing. Perfect for quick meals and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn, husked and kernels removed
  • 3 cups heirloom tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 large lime, juiced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • A handful fresh basil, chiffonade
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill husked ears of corn for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until kernels are charred and smoky.
  2. Allow corn to cool slightly, then stand each ear upright in a large bowl and slice downward with a sharp knife to remove kernels.
  3. While corn grills, chop heirloom tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and finely dice red onion. Place both in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Roll fresh basil leaves into a loose cigar shape and slice thinly (chiffonade). Add to the tomato and onion mixture.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  6. Add grilled corn kernels to the bowl with tomatoes, onion, and basil. Pour dressing over and gently toss to combine without crushing tomatoes.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled feta over the salad and toss gently one last time.
  8. Let the salad rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

If no grill is available, roast corn kernels in a hot cast iron pan until lightly browned for a smoky flavor. Use fresh lime juice for best brightness. Season gradually with salt as feta adds saltiness. Let salad rest before serving for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute feta with crumbled firm tofu or vegan cheese.

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Keywords: summer salad, corn salad, heirloom tomato salad, feta lime salad, grilled corn, fresh salad, easy summer recipe

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