Your grill does more than just cook meat – it’s a great way to elevate the flavor of almost any meal. Refreshing, loaded with nutrients and also filling, this colorful salad pairs smoky-sweet grilled corn, bright tomatoes, black beans and basil with a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect as a main course or side dish, it feels right at home wherever you serve it. For more meat-free grilling ideas, check out our plant-based grilling guide!

Grilled Corn Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Calories 738 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ears grilled corn off the cob
- 1 cup multi-color cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. water
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 4 oz. crumbled cotija cheese optional
Instructions
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Whisk together garlic, vinegar, olive oil, water, salt and pepper until thoroughly mixed.
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In large bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, onion, black beans and basil. Pour dressing over; toss.
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Top with cotija cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Corn Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 738
Calories from Fat 495
% Daily Value*
Fat 55g85%
Saturated Fat 21g105%
Cholesterol 101mg34%
Sodium 2244mg94%
Potassium 816mg23%
Carbohydrates 39g13%
Fiber 10g40%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin A 1840IU37%
Vitamin C 41mg50%
Calcium 633mg63%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.