Description
This Irresistible Corn Salad is a fresh, colorful summer dish packed with sweet corn, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing—perfect for BBQs, picnics, or a light lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (from 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 fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and carefully cut the kernels off the cob.
- Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber, and finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
- Place all prepared vegetables into a large bowl and toss gently to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Notes
- For added creaminess, mix in diced avocado just before serving.
- Add black beans for extra protein and texture.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or basil to vary the flavor.
- Chill the salad before serving for best flavor and texture.
- Can be made a few hours in advance and kept in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
