Description
This easy Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that bursts with flavor, making it an ideal addition to summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a light snack. Combining fresh corn with colorful vegetables and a zesty dressing, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides a nutritious option that’s low in calories. Perfect for pairing with grilled meats, tacos, or enjoyed on its own, this Corn Salad is versatile and easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or looking for a quick side dish, this delightful recipe is sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ears of fresh corn
- 1 ½ cups diced bell pepper (red and green)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup diced English cucumber
- ½ cup finely diced red onions
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3/4 cup Cotija cheese (or substitute)
- Dressing: avocado oil
- lime juice
- red wine vinegar
- honey
- Dijon mustard
- salt
- dried parsley
- black pepper
- cumin
- garlic powder
- chili powder
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add corn and cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Cool and cut kernels off the cob.
- While cooling, chop bell peppers, cucumber, red onions, halve cherry tomatoes, and chop cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine corn kernels and chopped vegetables.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the salad mix; toss gently to combine. Serve chilled or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg