Irresistible Corn Salad
A vibrant and refreshing corn salad packed with sweet corn, crisp vegetables, fresh cilantro, and a bright lime dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a quick and colorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (about 3 medium ears)
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Shuck the corn and remove the kernels from the cob using a sharp knife.
2. Dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and finely chop the red onion.
3. In a large bowl combine the corn, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
4. In a small bowl whisk together the lime juice and olive oil.
5. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
7. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
Notes
Fresh corn gives the best flavor but frozen or canned corn can also be used if drained well.
For extra flavor add diced avocado or crumbled feta cheese before serving.
This salad can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Adjust lime juice and salt to taste for a brighter or more savory flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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