New Zealand Corn Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Bright, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, New Zealand Corn Salad is the perfect fusion of fresh produce and zesty dressing, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or year-round healthy eating. This quick and easy salad highlights sweet, tender corn complemented by the crunch of red and yellow bell peppers, crisp cucumber, and the sharp tang of red onion, all tied together with a cilantro-lime dressing infused with a hint of honey and ground cumin. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and no cooking required, it’s a refreshing, colorful side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a light vegetarian delight. Whether served immediately or chilled for a crisper bite, this corn salad is sure to become your new go-to recipe for bringing bold, nutrient-packed flavors to the table.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 3 cups Fresh corn kernels
• 1 large Red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 large English cucumber, finely chopped
• 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

📝 Instructions

5 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh corn kernels, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

3. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

4. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for a cooler, more refreshing taste.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (370.2g)

Calories		288
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.0 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	1.9 g	9%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		272 mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate		44.4 g	16%
	Dietary Fiber	5.9 g	21%
	Total Sugars	14.4 g
Protein		7.0 g	14%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		47 mg	4%
Iron		1.9 mg	10%
Potassium		815 mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 461 cal (35.9%%)

Protein: 112 cal (8.7%%)

Carbs: 713 cal (55.4%%)