Low Fat Corn and Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Low Fat Corn and Tomato Salad is the perfect addition to any healthy meal plan. Featuring a vibrant blend of sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and red bell pepper, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between wholesome goodness and exquisite taste. Tied together with a refreshing lime juice and olive oil dressing, and garnished with aromatic fresh basil, this salad is both low in fat and high in nutrients. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an effortless dish ideal for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a colorful side. Packed with seasonal produce and simple steps, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking delicious yet health-conscious options!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
If using fresh corn, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the corn kernels for 3 minutes, then drain and let cool. If using frozen corn, thaw under cold water and drain well.
Halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds, and dice into small cubes.
Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the red onion.
Chop the fresh basil leaves into thin strips.
In a large bowl, combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and basil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is coated and well mixed.
Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy your healthy low-fat corn and tomato salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1265 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.3 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2319 mg | 49% | |
*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.
