Sometimes we avoid tasks, imagining them to be far more elaborate than they really are. I had that attitude toward blackened corn. Turns out, you just husk the corn and throw it on the grill so it becomes sweet and smoky and delicious.

Then you start telling people it's the easiest thing in the world and how they must try it.

You can eat the corn simply with butter, lime and a sprinkle of salt, but if you have extra cobs, slice off the kernels to make this vibrant, crunchy salad tossed with a cumin and chili dressing. It's perfect with roast chicken