Refreshing Corn Salad
Brighten up your meal with this refreshing corn salad, a delightful blend of crunchy sweet corn, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, this dish is quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy a burst of summer flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add corn kernels and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- While the corn cools, finely dice the red bell pepper and cucumber; chop green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled corn, bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, and feta cheese (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lime juice. Pour over the corn mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill for an hour for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding diced avocado or swapping bell peppers for jalapeños for added heat. - This salad can be made ahead of time; store dressing separately until ready to serve.