Description
Fresh Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad features sweet, juicy corn paired with colorful veggies and a zesty lime dressing, making it the perfect accompaniment for any outdoor gathering or picnic. Each bite bursts with flavor, reminding you of sun-kissed days spent with loved ones. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 cobs)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and cut kernels off the cobs to yield about 4 cups.
- Dice the cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine corn kernels, diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad mixture and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg