pat's Recipe

Spinach and Grilled Corn Salad

Category: SALADS

2 ears corn, shucked
3 Tbsp olive oil, plus more for brushing
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
6 ounces baby spinach (about 6 cups)
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced into
half moons

preheat grill to high (if using a charcoal grill, coals are ready when you can hold your hand 5 inches above grate for just 2 seconds). Lightly brush corn with oil, then season with salt and pepper. Grill corn, turning, until tender and blackened in places, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly. Stand a cob on end, and carefully cut off kernels with a sharp knife using a downward motion. Repeat with other ear.
Put vinegar in a small bowl and add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly, until emulsified. Combine spinach, onion and grilled corn in a serving bowl, season with salt and pepper. Toss salad with dressing just before serving.

serves 4