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Corn Salad

Fresh and Flavorful Corn Salad for Your Summer Gatherings

This vibrant No-Mayo Corn Salad captures the essence of summer gatherings with its fresh ingredients and zesty lime vinaigrette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 ears Fresh Corn Substitution: use 3.5 cups frozen or canned corn, rinsed and drained.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Substitution: any bell pepper will work; consider orange or yellow for variation.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Substitution: cherry tomatoes can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Substitution: parsley or dill can replace cilantro.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Substitution: chives can be a milder alternative.
  • 1 Jalapeno Omit for a milder version or use a bell pepper.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Substitution: cotija or Parmesan can replace feta.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Substitution: sweet onion may be used.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon Honey Substitution: agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Vinaigrette by whisking together lime juice, honey, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add olive oil while whisking to emulsify.
  2. Boil water in a large pot and dissolve sugar and additional lime juice.
  3. Add shucked corn to boiling water, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Transfer cooked corn to ice-cold water to stop the cooking process, then drain and pat dry.
  5. Cut kernels from the cooled corn cobs into a bowl.
  6. Combine the corn with red bell pepper, grape tomatoes, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno, feta cheese, and red onion in a mixing bowl.
  7. Drizzle the lime vinaigrette over the salad, gently toss to combine.
  8. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh corn for the best flavor. Dress the salad just before serving to maintain freshness.

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