Description
Corn salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. With sweet corn kernels, crisp vegetables, and zesty lime dressing, this salad makes for a delightful side at barbecues or a light lunch on a sunny day. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s sure to impress your guests while bringing joyful flavors to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears)
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by boiling it in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender. Cool and slice off the kernels.
- Dice the red bell pepper and red onion finely.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently until well combined. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg