Description
Summer’s refreshing Grilled Pineapple and Corn Salad dazzles palates with smoky-sweet flavors and zesty citrus notes. Crisp ingredients and tangy dressing combine for a perfect light meal that you’ll crave all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices pineapple
- 1 corn on the cob
- 2–3 cups fresh mixed greens
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup pepitas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
- ¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- ¾ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup loosely packed fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Califia unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp minced shallots
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Dressing Preparation: Craft a zesty citrus dressing by blending all components in a glass jar using an immersion blender until achieving a silky, uniform emulsion.
- Grill Preheating: Ignite the grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F), meticulously cleaning and lightly oiling grates to prevent ingredient adherence.
- Ingredient Grilling: Coat pineapple slices with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then grill 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized. Simultaneously, rotate corn on the cob every 4-5 minutes for even charring, approximately 12-15 minutes total.
- Cooling and Preparation: Allow grilled items to rest briefly, then precisely dice pineapple and skillfully shave corn kernels using a sharp chef’s knife.
- Salad Assembly: Layer mixed greens in serving bowls, strategically topping with grilled pineapple cubes, roasted corn kernels, toasted pepitas, blueberries, and creamy avocado slices.
- Final Touch: Lavishly drizzle citrus dressing across the salad, ensuring comprehensive coverage, and serve promptly to preserve optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Grill Preparation Tip: Clean and oil grates thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure beautiful grill marks on pineapple and corn.
- Temperature Control: Maintain medium-high heat (375-400°F) for perfect caramelization without burning delicate ingredients.
- Cooling Strategy: Let grilled items rest 3-4 minutes to prevent burning and make handling easier, preserving their intense smoky flavor.
- Dressing Technique: Use an immersion blender in a glass jar for ultra-smooth, perfectly emulsified citrus dressing that coats ingredients evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg