Grilled Corn Guacamole

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(Note: this post was originally published on April 28, 2019. The date above reflects migration to the new platform, at which time the photos were updated.)

Fresh Guac Meets Charred Veggies

As you've probably noticed, guacamole is one of my favorite foods. It's absolutely divine and feels so indulgent, yet it's loaded with powerhouse nutrients. Plus you can dress it up in endless ways, making it a never-ending source of tasty inspiration. Win, win, win.

This variation is a fun spin on the classic. I like it because it brings rich, charred, grilled flavors to the party. It's delicious and also somewhat unexpected, since guac is typically more dominated by raw, fresh flavors.

The combination here is really divine. Grilled red onion has such a nice sweetness, but brings some big toasty flavors as well. Grilled corn has a similarly lovely combination of sweetness and char. A pinch of cumin brings complexity, while fresh lime juice brightens it all up. It's exciting enough to stand on its own, but would also be a great addition to your favorite taco or burrito.

Grilled corn guacamole with veggies and chips

A Dish For All Seasons

One of the things I love most about this dish? It can work beautifully year-round! It of course really shines during the summer when you can get fresh corn. In that case, buy the sweetest, most local corn you can find and char it on the grill outside. This is a great appetizer to make for a summer "grilling and chilling" type evening, when you'll have the grill going anyways.

But all the deep, toasty flavors are equally great for winter, and can help guac feel more appropriate for the colder months. During the off season, I often make this just using frozen corn that I grill inside on the grill pan.

This is actually one of my most favorite ways to do guac, which is really saying something because I live for guac.

Grilled corn guacamole with veggies, chips, and cocktails

Let's Talk Ingredients

Here's what you'll need for this recipe, as well as some thoughts, tips, and possible substitutions. If you make any substitutions, I'd love to hear about it in the comments section below.

  • Red onion
  • Corn. Ideally, grill full ears outside! But off season, you can buy frozen corn and char it in a grill pan.
  • Grilling oil. Whatever you like.
  • Ripe avocados
  • Lime
  • Cumin. Not critical, but I love the depth of flavor a little pinch of cumin adds. Just a tiny bit will do the trick.
  • Sea salt
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Chili salt. Optional, for garnishing the top of the guac before serving.

Grilled corn guacamole with chips

Closing Thoughts

How will YOU enjoy this guac? There are so many ways! I love to serve it with fresh veggies and chips for dipping. As long as there are veggies, it's a perfectly acceptable dinner, right??? But this guac is equally as wonderful scooped onto a salad or dolloped on top of tacos or even burgers. Thanks to the corn, it can pair with a wide variety of dishes including Mexican fare, summery classics, or even cozy winter foods.

The photos in this post depict our ideal date night: cocktails (this is a version of my Planter's Punch!) and casual finger foods. It's the best way to spend a Friday evening after a long week. I hope you'll enjoy this guac as much as we have, it's something I make with astounding frequency!

Grilled corn guacamole with veggies, chips, and cocktails

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Suggested Pairings

Planter's Punch

Grilled Corn, Strawberry, and Avocado Salad

Margarita Cauliflower

Tri-Colored Citrusy Slaw

Green Goddess Tacos

Grilled Corn Guacamole

Guacamole gets a very summery, BBQ-appropriate twist with the addition of my most favorite summer veggie! This Grilled Corn Guacamole is a go-to dip in our house that we love making for parties or date night.

Author:
Lee

Ingredients

  • Small red onion
  • 2 ears of fresh, local corn
  • Oil of choice for grilling
  • 4 ripe avocados
  • Juice of a lime
  • Pinch of cumin
  • Generous flaky sea salt
  • Small handful of fresh cilantro
  • Optional sprinkle of chili salt

Instructions

  1. Remove the skin from the onion and cut it into rounds. Remove the husks from the corn.
  2. Grill the onion and corn on a well-oiled grill, flipping half-way through, until tender and lightly charred on both sides. Set aside until cool, then dice the onion and cut the corn off the cob.
  3. Chop the cilantro finely.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, mash the avocados, lime juice, cumin, and sea salt. To the avocado, add the diced onion, corn kernels, and cilantro, then mix gently.
  5. Transfer the guacamole to a serving dish. If desired, finish it off with a sprinkle of chili salt.

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Please Share Your Thoughts!

Did you make this recipe? Did you make substitutions? How did you serve it? Any helpful tips? Please share your thoughts, since these insights are really useful to both me and to other readers.

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Chelsea
July 6, 2023
Bookmarked! I’m so excited to try this at our next BBQ with local sweet corn.
Mariela
November 29, 2021
This sounds like a dream guacamole!!! The recipe is amazing and delicious. Adding corn is a great idea. I’m giving this recipe a try!!
Lee
February 17, 2021
Marie- Sure thing, this will totally work with frozen corn when you're out of season. When I use frozen, I grill it inside on a grill pan; works great. If you don't have a grill pan, a big skillet will work. The key is to just char it a bit and add some flavor.
Marie
February 16, 2021
Do you think this could work with frozen corn? It's all I can find now.
Cold Climber
June 24, 2020
This is one of my absolutely favorite recipes! So easy, ingredients are super easy to find (and almost always on hand), and a crowd-pleaser... no matter how large a batch I make, it never survives to see the inside of the fridge that evening :)