Corn Salad
This refreshing Corn Salad is a vibrant blend of fresh vegetables and zesty dressing, making it the ideal side dish for summer gatherings or a healthy snack on hot days. Bursting with sweet corn, crunchy bell peppers, and tangy lime, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or potlucks, it’s a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your taste. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this easy corn salad will become a staple in your summer menu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ears of fresh corn
- 1 ½ cups diced bell pepper (red and green)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup English cucumber (diced)
- ½ cup red onions (finely diced)
- ¾ cup fresh Cotija cheese
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Boil corn in salted water for 4 minutes. Drain and cool.
- Cut kernels from the cob into a large mixing bowl.
- Add bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate container, mix lime juice, avocado oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and seasonings; shake well.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until combined.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to one day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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