Grilled Shrimp and Corn Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing

Sometimes, simple is better. This grilled shrimp and corn salad is a perfect example of that. It's easy to make, it's packed with flavor, and it's perfect for a summer cookout.

I first had this salad at a cookout a few years ago. I was immediately hooked. It was so simple, but so flavorful. I knew I had to recreate it at home. I experimented with different ingredients and proportions until I came up with this recipe. It's now one of my favorite summer salads.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup fresh corn kernels
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, corn, bell pepper, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the shrimp mixture and toss to coat.
5. Grill the shrimp mixture for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred.
6. Transfer the shrimp mixture to a bowl and let it cool slightly.
7. Stir in the cilantro and serve.

Why It Works

• The shrimp is grilled to perfection, giving it a slightly charred flavor.
• The corn is sweet and juicy.
• The bell pepper adds a bit of crunch and sweetness.
• The red onion adds a bit of bite.
• The cilantro-lime dressing is the perfect finishing touch. It's bright, acidic, and herbaceous.