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Budget-Friendly Summer Grill Haul with Kielbasa Easy Recipe for Perfect Corn and Potato Salad

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A quick, easy, and budget-friendly summer meal featuring smoky grilled kielbasa, charred fresh corn, and a creamy potato salad. Perfect for casual cookouts and crowd-pleasing gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound smoked kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or splash of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Place halved baby potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 12-15 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using charcoal, wait until coals are covered with gray ash.
  3. Place sliced kielbasa on the grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until grill marks appear and kielbasa is warmed through and slightly crisp on edges.
  4. Grill whole ears of corn directly on grill grates, turning every 2-3 minutes for even char, about 10-12 minutes total.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. While potatoes are still slightly warm, gently toss them with the dressing, chopped red onion, and parsley.
  7. Let grilled corn cool for a few minutes, then slice kernels off the cob with a sharp knife. Toss kernels lightly with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  8. Arrange grilled kielbasa on a platter alongside bowls of corn kernels and potato salad. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overcook potatoes to avoid mushy salad. Rest kielbasa for 5 minutes after grilling to keep juicy. Clean grill grates before cooking for best flavor. Potatoes absorb dressing better when warm. Can substitute frozen corn by sautéing instead of grilling.

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