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Charred Corn Salsa

This Charred Corn Salsa is as delicious as it is versatile. Enjoy warm or cold as a dip, side, or taco topper!

Ingredients

  • Cooking spray
  • 16-to 20-ounces corn (frozen and thawed or canned and drained)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced, whites and greens divided
  • ¼ cup plain, low fat yogurt
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves and stems, finely chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 jalapeño, de-seeded and minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil

Directions

  1. Preheat large griddle or skillet to medium high and coat evenly with 1 Tablespoon canola oil.
  2. Spread corn evenly across surface and cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Stir in garlic and scallion whites. Spread mixture around to ensure even browning on all sides of the corn kernels.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare the dressing by combining 3 Tablespoons canola oil, scallion greens, yogurt, lime zest and juice, cilantro, apple cider vinegar, jalapeño, honey, chili powder, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to a medium or large bowl. Stir well to combine.
  5. Remove corn from hot surface and add to dressing mixture. Stir well to coat evenly.
  6. Serve warm or chilled and enjoy as a dip or a side!

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