Delicious and Vibrant Roasted Corn Salsa Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful roasted corn salsa is the perfect addition to any Mexican-inspired meal or summer BBQ. Made with charred sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, tangy lime juice, and a blend of aromatic spices, this salsa is a crowd-pleaser. Serve it with tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos or grilled meats, or even as a refreshing salad. With a hint of smokiness from the roasted corn, this salsa will surely become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 4 ears of corn, husks removed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 2 roma tomatoes, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Place the corn directly on the grill grates and cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are charred and slightly softened. Remove from the grill and let cool.
3. Once cool, cut the corn kernels off the cobs and transfer them to a large bowl.
4. Add the diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the corn.
5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour the dressing over the salsa ingredients and toss gently to combine.
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
8. Cover the bowl and let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes.

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