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Grilled Corn Salad with Hot Honey-Lime Dressing

This vibrant grilled corn salad is a celebration of summer flavours, combining smoky charred kernels with a zingy hot honey and lime dressing. As a versatile vegetarian side dish, it offers a beautiful contrast between the natural sweetness of the corn and the subtle heat of Sriracha and fresh serrano chilli. The addition of creamy avocado and fragrant coriander ensures every mouthful is balanced and refreshing.

Perfect for alfresco dining or as a bright accompaniment to your favourite barbecue mains, this salad is best prepared in advance to let the citrusy vinaigrette penetrate the ingredients. It is an excellent choice for healthy meal prep, as it stays fresh in the fridge for up to twenty-four hours. Serve it chilled for a light, nutritious lunch or a crowd-pleasing party platter.

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Ingredients for Grilled Corn Salad with Hot Honey-Lime Dressing

  • 3 ears of corn, husked

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 45ml fresh lime juice

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha

  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic

  • 1 1/2 avocados, cut into 3/4" pieces

  • 1 serrano chilli, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 cup coriander leaves with tender stems

Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Brush ears of corn with butter; season with salt and pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until kernels are very tender and charred in spots, 10–12 minutes. Let cool slightly, then cut kernels from cobs.

Meanwhile, whisk lime juice, honey, Sriracha, granulated garlic, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a large bowl to combine. Add corn, avocados, chilli, and coriander to vinaigrette and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing in direct contact with salad to prevent avocados from turning brown. Chill at least 2 hours.

Salad can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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