Grilled Corn Basil Pesto Salad

Grilled corn is tossed with basil pesto and topped with Parmesan and lemon zest in this tasty side dish perfect for summer barbeques.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 205 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon lemon zest
• ¾ cup prepared basil pesto
• cracked black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
• 8 ears fresh sweet corn

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place corn on the rack of a gas or charcoal grill. Cover and cook over direct medium-high heat until lightly charred, turning occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the grill. Let cool until easy to handle.

Step 2

Cut kernels from the cobs; discard cobs. Combine corn kernels and pesto in a large bowl; stir to coat.

Step 3

Transfer to a serving dish. Top with Parmesan cheese, basil, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper.