Cajun Corn Salad with a Cajun Dressing
Brighten up your table with this zesty and colorful Cajun Corn Salad with a Cajun Dressing! Packed with fresh sweet corn, crunchy bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant cilantro, this vibrant salad is a true explosion of flavors. The creamy Cajun dressing, made with a tangy blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and a hint of honey, ties everything together with a smoky, spicy kick of Cajun seasoning. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is perfect as a side dish for summer BBQs, potlucks, or as a refreshing light meal. Refrigerated to meld the flavors, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s not only easy to make but also loaded with irresistible textures and bold tastes. Make this Cajun Corn Salad your go-to recipe for a quick, delicious, and visually stunning dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Sweet corn (fresh or frozen and thawed)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn, diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
Make the Cajun dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Cajun seasoning, fresh lime juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine the salad and dressing: Pour the Cajun dressing over the vegetables and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust salt, pepper, or Cajun seasoning to your preference.
Chill the salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve: Transfer the chilled salad to a serving dish. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of paprika on top for garnish before serving.
Enjoy: Serve the Cajun Corn Salad as a side dish or a refreshing light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 97.9 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 3614 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.2 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.8 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.0 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3370 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
