Description
This Irresistible Corn Salad is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. With fresh corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty lime dressing, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Corn Salad:
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5–6 ears, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/3 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Lime Dressing:
- Juice of 1 lime
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Corn: If using fresh corn, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 3-4 minutes, then drain and cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
- Prepare the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and feta cheese.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, chili powder, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a smoky twist, grill the corn before cutting off the kernels.
- You can also substitute cotija cheese for feta for a more Mexican-inspired flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes (if using fresh corn)
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: No-Cook (or Boiling for fresh corn)
- Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
