Grilled Lemon-Lime Corn Salad

Name: Grilled Lemon-Lime Corn Salad
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 - 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 4 scallions; 4 ears corn, shucked; 1 tbsp. olive oil; 1/4 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped; 1/4 c. cilantro, chopped; 1 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 tsp. lime zest plus 1 Tbsp. lime juice; Kosher salt and pepper

Charred kernels, fresh herbs, and bright citrus make summer corn even better.

By Tina MartinezPublished: Jun 16, 2026

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mike garten

Yields:

4 - 6 serving(s)

Total Time:

25 mins

Cal/Serv:

102

Citrus juice and zest brighten up this herb-flecked, charred corn salad that’s sure to win the summer cookout.

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Ingredients

4 scallions
4 ears corn, shucked
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. lime zest plus 1 Tbsp. lime juice
Kosher salt and pepper

Directions

1. Step 1Heat grill to medium-high. Thinly slice 2 inches of dark green parts from each scallion and set aside.
2. Step 2Brush corn and remaining scallions with oil. Grill, turning occasionally, until tender and charred, 2 to 3 minutes for scallions; 3 to 5 minutes for corn. Transfer to cutting board.
3. Step 3Thinly slice scallions and cut kernels from cobs; transfer to large bowl. Add herbs, zest and juices, reserved scallion greens, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; toss to combine. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 102 calories, 4 g fat (0.5 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 112 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 5.5 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 3 g protein

Nutritional Info: About 102 calories, 4 g fat (.5 g sat), 0 mg cholesterol, 112 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 5.5 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 3 g protein

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