Corn Salad Recipe
This refreshing corn salad is a perfect side dish for summer gatherings or as a light meal on its own. The combination of sweet corn, crunchy vegetables, and zesty dressing creates a burst of flavors in every bite.
- Author: Bennett
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Fresh Sweet Corn:
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (about 3 medium ears)
Vegetables:
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Shuck the corn and remove the kernels from the cob using a sharp knife.
- Chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: corn salad, summer salad, vegetable salad, easy salad recipe