Description
This Fresh Summer Corn Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish bursting with the sweetness of fresh corn combined with crisp bell peppers, juicy grape tomatoes, and zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a refreshing side for warm-weather meals or a light lunch, it comes together quickly with simple ingredients and requires no cooking beyond prepping fresh produce.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh Corn (Husked and kernels removed)
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (mixed red and green, chopped)
- 1 cup Grape Tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup Red Onion (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped)
Dressing
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil (high-quality)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Husk and Cut Corn: Stand fresh corn cobs upright in a large bowl to catch kernels and carefully slice downward with a knife to remove the kernels from each cob.
- Dice Bell Peppers: Chop the red and green bell peppers into pieces roughly the same size as the corn kernels for uniform texture.
- Chop Onions and Tomatoes: Finely chop the red onion. For a milder flavor, soak the chopped onion in cold water before draining. Then, halve the grape tomatoes.
- Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, chopped bell peppers, red onion, grape tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Rest the Salad: Allow the salad to rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, letting the flavors meld together before serving.
Notes
- Soaking the red onion in cold water for 10 minutes can reduce its pungency if you prefer a milder taste.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; toss again before serving.
- Feel free to add avocado or black beans for extra creaminess and protein.
- Adjust lime juice and seasoning to taste depending on preference for acidity and saltiness.
- Use fresh, in-season corn for the best sweetness and texture.
