Simple Corn Salad
Brighten up your table with this Simple Corn Salad, a vibrant and refreshing side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings or a quick midweek meal. Packed with the natural sweetness of fresh corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and diced red bell peppers, this colorful dish is as satisfying as it is nutritious. A tangy lime and olive oil dressing ties everything together, with fresh cilantro adding an herby kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy corn salad recipe is ideal for busy schedules and can be made ahead to let the flavors meld. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a light, fresh salad to pair with grilled meats, this crowd-pleaser is sure to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add the corn on the cob and cook for 3-5 minutes, just until tender. Remove from the pot and let cool slightly.
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the kernels off the cob and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the corn.
In a small bowl, whisk together freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning, if necessary, by adding more salt or lime juice.
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Garnish with additional cilantro if desired before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
845 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 2577 mg | 55% | |
*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.
