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Grilled Corn and Cheese Salad

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This delicious Grilled Corn and Cheese Salad is a great way to get toddlers excited about their vegetables! Suitable for little ones 3+ years old, this recipe is a winner in the lunchbox or on the dinner table. With its cheesy goodness and simple grilled corn, this salad can be easily customised to include other vegetables, proteins, herbs and spices to make it even more special. Try it today as a special treat for your little one and be sure to check out the other toddler recipes at Toddler Recipes Australia.

General Information

Calories: 530
Serving Size: 4
Cooking Time: 35 minutes

This kid-friendly recipe for Grilled Corn and Cheese Salad is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults! It’s full of flavor, and perfect for getting a healthy meal on the table in no time. Plus, this recipe is free of sugar and salt, which makes it a great option for those watching their sodium and sugar intake. The best part? You don’t need to be a master chef to make this delicious salad. Here’s what you’ll need:

6 large ears of sweet corn
2 large avocados
2 cups of crumbled queso fresco
1/2 cup of freshly chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup of olive oil
2 cloves of garlic, minced

Instructions

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/204°C)
Husk the corn and lightly brush with olive oil. Place the corn onto the preheated grill and cook for 8 minutes, turning occasionally. When the corn is lightly charredit is done.
Remove the corn from the grill and cut the kernels off of the cob.
Peel and remove the pit from the avocados. Mash the avocados with a fork, and then stir in the minced garlic and lime juice.
In a large bowl, combine the grilled corn, mashed avocado, crumbled queso fresco, and chopped cilantro.
Drizzle the salad with olive oil.
Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!