Masala‑Spiced Corn Salsa
Grilled corn tossed with mustard seeds, chili powder, and fresh cilantro for a vibrant side.

Total
17 min
Prep
7 min
Cook
10 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat (about 5 minutes).
- 2
Toss the corn kernels with olive oil and spread them on the grill; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred, about 5‑7 minutes.
- 3
While the corn cooks, toast the mustard seeds in a dry skillet for 30 seconds until fragrant, then transfer to a small bowl.
- 4
In a mixing bowl combine the grilled corn, toasted mustard seeds, chili powder, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt; toss gently to coat.
- 5
Serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
110
6% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbohydrate | 20 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
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