Corn and Pea Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Corn and Pea Salad—a vibrant medley of sweet corn kernels, tender green peas, and crunchy red bell peppers, all brought together with a zesty homemade lemon-Dijon dressing. This easy, 20-minute recipe is loaded with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients like red onion and parsley, making it a delightful side dish for any occasion. Perfect for summer picnics, family dinners, or meal prepping, this salad can be served immediately or chilled for an even deeper flavor infusion. Gluten-free and bursting with color, it’s a simple, healthy way to elevate your meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1.5 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
If using fresh or frozen green peas and corn, blanch them by bringing a pot of water to a boil, then boiling the peas and corn for 2–3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
If using canned corn, simply drain and rinse them under cold water.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, green peas, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and fresh parsley.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add a little more lemon juice for extra tanginess or a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or plate and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.3 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1409 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.8 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.0 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2554 mg | 54% | |
*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.
