Corn and Tomato Salad with Cilantro Dressing
Bright, fresh, and bursting with summer flavors, this Corn and Tomato Salad with Cilantro Dressing is the ultimate warm-weather side dish. Sweet corn kernels and juicy cherry tomatoes combine with zesty red onion for a vibrant base, while a creamy, homemade cilantro dressing infused with lime and garlic adds a refreshing, tangy kick. Optional jalapeño offers a customizable touch of spice for those who enjoy a bit of heat. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free and vegetarian salad pairs perfectly with grilled dishes, tacos, or can be enjoyed as a standalone light meal. Make it ahead and let it chill to enhance the flavors—don’t forget the optional garnish of feta or extra cilantro for an extra pop of freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 cup Cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 small Jalapeño (optional, for spice)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender. Remove, let cool, and cut the kernels off the cob using a sharp knife.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
To make the cilantro dressing, add cilantro leaves, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, and jalapeño (if using) to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
In the mixing bowl, combine the cooked corn kernels with the tomatoes and red onion.
Pour the cilantro dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated.
Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve as a side dish or enjoy as a light, healthy meal. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro leaves or a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1380 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 3252 mg | 69% | |
*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.
