Corn Salad
This easy Corn Salad recipe is a vibrant celebration of fresh Mexican flavors, making it an ideal dish for potlucks, summer barbecues, or a refreshing snack. With a delightful tangy dressing and a medley of colorful vegetables, this salad is sure to impress your family and guests alike. Enjoy the crunch of sweet corn combined with creamy Cotija cheese and zesty lime for an unforgettable taste experience. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this versatile salad can be served as a side dish, a light meal, or even as a filling for tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 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 onion
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¾ cup Cotija cheese
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons red apple 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
- Prepare the dressing by mixing all ingredients in a container with a lid. Shake well and refrigerate.
- Boil water in a large pot with salt. Cook the corn for 4 minutes, then cool under cold water in a colander.
- Cut kernels off the cobs and combine them in a mixing bowl with all salad ingredients.
- Shake the dressing again before pouring it over the salad and toss everything to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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