Description
This refreshing Summer Caesar Salad features charred sweet corn that adds a delicious smoky flavor, complemented by crisp romaine, creamy dressing, and savory parmesan.
Ingredients
Scale
3 ears sweet corn
husked and silks removed
1 large head romaine lettuce
chopped (approx. 4 cups)
1 large shallot
thinly sliced
½ lemon
juiced
â…“ cup shaved parmesan cheese
â…“ cup creamy Caesar dressing
kosher salt and ground black pepper
to season
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the sweet corn until charred and tender, about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Once grilled, let the corn cool slightly, then cut the kernels off the cob and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, charred corn, sliced shallots, lemon juice, and creamy Caesar dressing.
- Toss the salad until evenly coated, then add shaved parmesan and season with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your summer Caesar salad!
Notes
For an extra kick, add grilled chicken or shrimp to the salad. You can also substitute the Caesar dressing with a homemade version for a fresher taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Summer Caesar Salad, Charred Sweet Corn, Caesar Salad Recipe, Summer Recipes, Grilled Salad, Healthy Salad