GRILLED CORN SALSA

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I am happy to report that this recipe was a finalist in last year's (2008) Taste of Home corn recipe contest. Essentially, I grill vegetables whenever I grill something else, and this is a great way to eat them. This salsa is wonderful used in a burrito with black beans and jack cheese. I add tomatillo sauce to the top of my burritos.

Provided by PainterCook

Categories     Corn

Time 1h

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ears sweet corn, husks removed
2 small summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 4 wedges
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
12 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Fill a stock pot two-thirds with water and bring to a boil. Add the corn, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove corn.
  • Spray your grill rack with non-stick spray before you start the grill. Grill the corn, squash, red pepper and onion over medium heat 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, til lightly browned. Remove and let cool slightly for handling.
  • Cut corn from cobs (you can buy a handy gadget for this or use a broad knife), cut squash, red pepper,and onion into smallish (think salsa sized, for dipping, etc.) pieces. Transfer to a large bowl and add the tomato.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, garlic powder, and oregano. Shake well and immediately pour over corn mixture, tossing to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.4, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 350.5, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 6, Protein 4.3

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