Corn Salad
This vibrant Corn Salad bursts with fresh flavors, making it the ideal side dish for any occasion—from summer barbecues to cozy potlucks. Combining juicy corn with colorful vegetables and a tangy dressing, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable. Enjoy it on its own as a healthy snack, or serve it alongside your favorite grilled dishes for a refreshing contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ears of fresh corn
- 1 ½ cups diced bell pepper (red and green)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup diced English cucumber
- ½ cup finely diced red onions
- ¾ cup Cotija cheese
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Peel corn husks and boil ears in water for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Cool slightly and cut kernels off the corn.
- Chop bell peppers, cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, and cilantro uniformly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped vegetables with corn kernels.
- In another bowl or jar, whisk together dressing ingredients until well combined.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature; add cheese right before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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