A beautifully grilled rib eye steak sliced on a diagonal, lays beside a pile of grilled corn kernels, offset by a mound of bright green avocado and tomato salsa.

Grilled Corn and Rib Eye with Avocado and Tomato Salsa

Name: Grilled Corn and Rib Eye with Avocado and Tomato Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: boneless rib eye steak, 1; corn on the cob, 2; ripe avocado, 1 large; ripe tomatoes, 2 medium; fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped; lime juice, 1 tablespoon; chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon; garlic clove, 1 minced; olive oil, 2 tablespoons; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Category BBQ

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style American

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily Recipe: June 05, 2023

In honor of the fair weather and the beginning of the BBQ season, this recipe features grilled corn and rib eye with a refreshing avocado and tomato salsa. The sweetness of the corn and the juicy steak will be perfectly balanced by the tangy and creamy salsa. Avocado adds a richness while the tomato brings acidity to the dish. This recipe is ideal for a lovely dinner with good food, drinks, and company.

Ingredients (for 2)

Boneless rib eye steak - 1
Corn on the cob - 2
Ripe avocado - 1 large
Ripe tomatoes - 2 medium
Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup chopped
Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
Chili powder - 1/4 teaspoon
Garlic clove - 1 - minced
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥👨‍🍳

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2 - 🌽🥩🍴

Brush the corn and rib eye steak with olive oil and sprinkle generous amounts of salt and pepper.
Step 3 - 🌽🔥🛢️

Place the corn directly on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes or until it is charred and cooked through. Once done, remove from the grill and let it cool.
Step 4 - 🥩🔥🛢️

Grill the rib eye steak for about 4-5 minutes per side until it's medium-rare, or until it's cooked to your preference. Once done, remove from the grill and let it rest.
Step 5 - 🥑🍅🧂

Cut the avocado and tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a bowl. Add cilantro, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the same bowl. Stir gently until it is combined well.
Step 6 - 🥩🔪👨‍🍳

Once the rib eye has rested for 5 minutes, slice it into thin, diagonal pieces.
Step 7 - 🌽🔪🍴

Cut the kernels off the cobs with a sharp knife and place the corn in a serving dish.
Step 8 - 🥑🍅🥩

Spoon the avocado and tomato salsa over the corn and on the side of the sliced steak.
Step 9 - 🍽️🔥😋

Serve hot and enjoy!

Additional

For a spicier version, add some diced jalapeno to the salsa. A cold beer or a chilled white wine will go perfectly with this dish and will cool you off on a warm day. To make this dish kid-friendly, you can make mini steak bites and serve them with boiled corn and a mild salsa.