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5-Ingredient Creamy Corn Salad

5-Ingredient Creamy Corn Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

5-Ingredient Creamy Corn Salad combines fresh corn, red bell pepper, and cheddar cheese in a tangy dressing for a perfect summer side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh is best
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3 stalks green onions sliced
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Mix the Salad Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions. Stir gently until evenly distributed.
Prepare the Creamy Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and lime juice. Add salt and pepper to taste, and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Combine and Toss
  1. Pour the creamy dressing over the corn mixture and gently fold until well-coated without mashing the ingredients.
Chill for Maximum Flavor
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. After chilling, gently stir the salad and serve it chilled, optionally garnished with additional green onions or cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh corn kernels make a difference in flavor. Chill time enhances the taste, and you can prepare it a day ahead.

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