Heart-Healthy Fresh Corn Salsa
Bright, zesty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Fresh Corn Salsa is a delicious way to add a burst of flavor to your table. Featuring sweet, crisp corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, vibrant red bell pepper, and a touch of heat from jalapeño, this salsa is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Fresh cilantro, lime zest, and lime juice elevate the dish with a refreshing tang, while a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of seasoning bring everything together. With just 20 minutes of prep and zero cook time, this salsa is perfect as a guilt-free appetizer with whole-grain chips or as a lively topping for grilled meats, tacos, or seafood. Low in calories, full of fiber, and bursting with antioxidants, this recipe is an easy, heart-healthy addition to your menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
- 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
- 1 large Lime
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the fresh corn. Hold each ear of corn upright and carefully cut down along the side to remove the kernels. Measure out 2 cups and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the corn.
Dice the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.
Finely chop half of a red onion and add it to the mixing bowl with the other vegetables.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and mix them into the vegetable mixture.
Prepare the jalapeño by cutting it in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membrane, then finely chop the flesh. Add it to the salsa mixture for a bit of heat.
Zest the lime to add an extra layer of flavor. Slice the lime in half and squeeze the juice over the salsa ingredients.
Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and season with salt and black pepper.
Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated with the lime and olive oil dressing.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Allow the salsa to sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Serve this heart-healthy fresh corn salsa chilled or at room temperature as a dip with whole-grain chips or as a topping for grilled meats or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 726 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2559 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.
