Corn and Olive Salsa
Bright, zesty, and bursting with bold flavors, this Corn and Olive Salsa is a versatile and eye-catching appetizer that will upgrade any gathering. Featuring freshly toasted corn kernels, briny black olives, crisp red bell peppers, and the perfect kick of jalapeño, this salsa is a vibrant medley of textures and tastes. A tangy lime and cumin dressing ties everything together, ensuring every bite is packed with Southwest-inspired flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and ideal for everything from parties to weeknight dinners, this salsa is the perfect pairing for tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or even salads. Serve it chilled to let all the flavors meld beautifully, and watch it become the star of your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 2 ears of corn)
- 1 cup pitted black olives, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 large lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the corn. If using fresh corn, cut the kernels off the cob. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and lightly toast the corn kernels for 3-5 minutes until they develop a slight char. Allow to cool to room temperature.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted corn kernels, chopped black olives, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
3. Add the minced jalapeño to the bowl. Adjust the amount based on your preference for spice.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of one lime, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the lime dressing over the salsa mixture and toss well to combine. Ensure all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
6. Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to your taste.
7. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Serve the Corn and Olive Salsa chilled with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.3 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3071 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1520 mg | 32% | |
*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.
