Description
Charred Corn Cabbage Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing is a vibrant, crunchy salad combining smoky grilled corn, crisp cabbage, and refreshing veggies, all tossed in a rich avocado-lime dressing. It’s a perfect side or light meal for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 3 ears sweet corn, husked
- 1 tbsp oil (for brushing corn)
- 3 cups green cabbage, finely chopped
- 1 cup jicama, diced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- 1/3 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the creamy avocado dressing:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 small jalapeño, stem and seeds removed
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 clove garlic
- 2–4 tbsp water (to thin as needed)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush corn with oil and grill, turning occasionally, until charred in spots (about 2 minutes per side).
- Remove corn and let cool. Slice kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine charred corn, cabbage, jicama, green onions, cilantro, pepitas, and Cotija cheese if using.
- In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, yogurt or sour cream, oil, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, water, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss until well coated.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra lime juice if desired. Garnish with extra cilantro and Cotija.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to let flavors meld.
Notes
To make vegan, use plant-based yogurt and omit Cotija cheese.Char corn in a skillet or under a broiler if no grill is available.Add diced avocado, black beans, or grilled chicken for a heartier salad.Salad holds up well and is great for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg