Summer Tomato Corn Salsa Cruda Raw Sauce for Pasta
Bursting with vibrant summer flavors, this Summer Tomato Corn Salsa Cruda Raw Sauce for Pasta is the perfect no-cook recipe for warm weather meals. Sweet cherry or heirloom tomatoes, crisp fresh corn kernels, and fragrant herbs like basil and parsley come together in a bright, zesty raw sauce that’s tossed with your favorite pasta. A hint of garlic, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a splash of lemon juice elevate the dish with bold, fresh flavors, while red pepper flakes add just a touch of spice. This light and easy dish, ready in just 30 minutes, is ideal as a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings. Customize it with a sprinkle of Parmesan or Pecorino, and enjoy a delightful pasta recipe that celebrates the season’s bounty!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry or heirloom tomatoes
- 1 cup Fresh corn kernels
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 12 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 ounces Pasta of your choice
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash all produce thoroughly.
Slice the cherry or heirloom tomatoes into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Shave corn kernels off the cob if using fresh corn. Add to the bowl of tomatoes.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the mixture.
Chop the fresh basil leaves and parsley. Add them to the salsa along with minced garlic cloves.
Pour in the olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir to combine evenly.
Season the salsa with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Cook your pasta of choice according to the package instructions in salted boiling water. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Drain the pasta and immediately toss it with the raw salsa. Add 2-3 tablespoons of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
Optional: Top with freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful summer dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.0 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 3010 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.7 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 66.4 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1388 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1042 mg | 22% | |
*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.
