Description
Grilled Corn & Avocado Pasta Salad is a vibrant summer dish that brings together the sweet taste of grilled corn and creamy avocado, tossed with zesty lime and fresh herbs. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or cozy dinners, this salad is both refreshing and satisfying. With its colorful ingredients and delightful flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 2 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 2 ripe avocados
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (or parsley)
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Grill corn over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes until charred; cool slightly and cut kernels off the cob.
- In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Chop avocados and combine pasta, corn, diced avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, and dressing in a large bowl; toss gently.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding bell peppers or feta cheese for extra flavor. For meal prep, store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.