On today’s menu is another delicious summer salad – crisp corn on the cob charred to perfection and mixed with a flavor combination that can’t be beat – fresh diced zucchini, black beans and the sweet tang of mango! Drizzled with a spicy vinaigrette then topped with cilantro and Cotija cheese. Oh my goodness!!
Charred Cuban Corn Salad
4 ears of corn
1 zucchini
1 cup black beans, rinsed & drained
1 mango
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
limes, wedges & 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
Gather your ingredients. Shuck the corn and remove the silk.
Bring a saucepot of water to boil. Place the corn on the cob in the boiling water, put the lid on and cook for 3-4 minutes. Chop the zucchini into bite-sized pieces. Heat a grill pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Remove the corn from the boiling water and place on hot grill along with the zucchini. Grill 8-10 minutes until nicely charred.
Remove from grill pan; slice the corn off of the cob and set aside.
Place zucchini in a large bowl. Slice the mango into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl. Add the black beans, cilantro and crumbled cotija. Finally add the charred corn.
In a small jar combine the olive oil, salt, chili powder, paprika and lime juice. Shake vigorously. Pour over the Charred Corn Salad. Toss gently.
Place Charred Cuban Corn Salad in a large serving bowl; add additional fresh cilantro and crumbled cotija for garnish. Squeeze a few lime wedges over entire salad. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Enjoy!
Linda~
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This is a great salad to accompany grilled meat or to bring to a summer potluck!
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🌽🍴 HI DEARS! ONCE AGAIN, A RECIPE BY LINDA IS A DELICIOUS MEAL FOR ARTISTS.
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Aw! Thank you!! 💕😊
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Oh Linda, you’re so welcome. Sharing your recipes is a true delight to me and to all the community 💞
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💗🐨
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How many people would this recipe serve? 6-8?
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Serves 6!
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Love the idea of this! Simple and flavorful!
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Thanks! Everyone loved it!! 🙂
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Perfect summer food with great flavours!:)
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Thank you!! 🙂 🙂
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This recipe sounds delicious. I can’t wait to try it 🙂
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Thanks Esther!! It’s soo goood!! 🙂
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Grilled corn is synonymous with summer. Your charred cuban corn looks perfect for a summer meal! Thanks for sharing it here at the Fiesta Friday!
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My pleasure!! Have a good one! 🙂
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Superb way to showcase all the summer produce in season. Love the mango, lime and cilantro addition. Bet peach or nectarine would also rock.
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I bet they would! Great suggestions Johanne! 😀😀
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What a lovely combination!
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Thanks Eva!! 💗💗
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Oh for yumminess! Looks so delish!
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Thank you!! It is!! 💗💗
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Wow you sisters have been coming up with some fabulous summer corn dishes, thanks!
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We’re doing our best!! 💗💗
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So pretty and fresh. Thx for sharing and reminding me to cook with corn while it’s still in season. Must try this!
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You’re welcome!! Enjoy it while it lasts! 😀😀
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This is really good. I would have mine with a big glass of water with ice in it please 🙂
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Yum!! Water is awesome! 😀
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Linda what an amazing use of corn. Such a summer staple. Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to try this.
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Thanks Pamela!! It’s my new favorite summer salad!! 😀
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I can see it becoming mine too.
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💗💗💗💗
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Linda, I love all the flavors in the summer salad! Yum!
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Thanks Sandhya!! Me too!! 😀
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What a delicious and healthy salad yummy! Wish I could have a bowl right now 🙂
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Thank you!! 🙂
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So special Linda! yummm
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Thanks Lynn! 🙂
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most welcome
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Looks so very delicious! I love the light dressing. Just perfect for the summer. 🙂
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It is!! Thank you 🙂
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Wow, what a great use of corn Linda…..it looks delicious! Just perfect for this time of year!
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Thanks Antonia! I just love summer corn! 🙂
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I love all yours and Heidi’s corn recipes! They are great! 🙂
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Thanks Yana!! 🙂 Have a lovely day 🙂
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Love this!
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Thanks! It’s a tasty summer salad!! 🙂
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I love corn salad in the summer!
xo Jessica
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Me too – isn’t it the best?! Thanks Jessica 🙂 🙂
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