Hot Corn Salad
Warm, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavors, this Hot Corn Salad is the ultimate side dish for any occasion. Featuring sweet corn kernels caramelized to perfection, a medley of colorful bell peppers, and a hint of heat from optional jalapeño, this dish balances savory and tangy notes with a touch of smoky spices like cumin and chili powder. Fresh cilantro and a zesty squeeze of lime juice brighten every bite, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect as a warm salad, a topping for tacos, or even a dip served with tortilla chips. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or looking for a quick weeknight addition, this easy, flavor-packed recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium lime, juiced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter.
Once the butter has melted, add the chopped red onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using). Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the sweet corn kernels and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is warmed through and slightly caramelized.
Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir to evenly coat the vegetables in the spices.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice and fresh cilantro.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately as a side dish or with tortilla chips for a light snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1438 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.9 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.2 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3001 mg | 64% | |
*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.
