Super Corn Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this Super Corn Salad is the ultimate summer side dish! Featuring sweet, tender corn kernels—fresh off the cob—tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, crisp red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, this salad strikes the perfect balance of textures and tastes. A tangy lime and cumin dressing ties it all together, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a punch of herbaceous goodness. Customize the heat level with optional jalapeño for a subtle kick. Whether served chilled or freshly tossed, this gluten-free and vegan-friendly dish is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or a light, refreshing meal. Super easy to make in just 20 minutes, this corn salad is a bright, flavorful crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make all season long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 large lime, juiced
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. If using fresh corn, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the corn and boil for about 3-5 minutes until just tender. Remove the corn and let it cool slightly before cutting the kernels off the cob.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
4. Optional: If adding heat, stir in the finely chopped jalapeño to the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary (you can add more lime juice, salt, or a pinch of sugar if desired).
7. Serve immediately as a side dish or chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 263 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1020 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.
