Description
Corn salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table. This easy-to-make recipe combines sweet corn with crunchy vegetables, all dressed in a zesty lime vinaigrette. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light meal, this salad not only delights with its colors but also offers a satisfying crunch and plenty of nutrients.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by shucking and removing kernels from the cob.
- Chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into small uniform pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine corn kernels, diced vegetables, and cilantro.
- In another bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg