Low Carb Corn and Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and perfect for summer, this Low Carb Corn and Tomato Salad is a vibrant side dish brimming with flavor and wholesome ingredients. Sweet corn kernels and juicy cherry tomatoes are the stars of this refreshing dish, while red onion and fresh basil add a delightful depth of flavor. Tossed in a zesty lime and olive oil dressing, this salad is light, healthy, and ready in under 25 minutes! It's an easy, gluten-free recipe you'll love for barbecues, picnics, or even as a quick weekday lunch. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this salad is a celebration of garden-fresh produce with every bite. Perfect for those watching their carbs while still enjoying bold flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ears fresh sweet corn
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Shuck the ears of corn and remove all the silk. Rinse the corn under cold water.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the ears of corn and cook for about 3 minutes or just until tender. Remove them and let them cool slightly.
Once cooled, stand each ear of corn on end in a large bowl. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice downward to remove the kernels. Transfer the kernels to a large mixing bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the mixing bowl with the corn.
Finely dice the red onion and add to the corn and tomato mixture.
Chop the basil leaves and add them to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the corn and tomato mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.0 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1435 mg | 31% | |
*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.
