Description
Experience a burst of flavor with this Amazing Mexican Corn Salad, perfect for summer gatherings! This vibrant dish combines sweet corn, crunchy veggies, and a zesty lime dressing, creating an irresistible side that’s sure to impress. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s the ideal addition to any potluck or barbecue. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for maximum enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5 ears of corn)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes (about 4 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Boil or grill the corn until tender (5-7 minutes). Let it cool before cutting off the kernels.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled corn with diced red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño if using.
- Add chopped cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the mixture. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; stir until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling/Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Substitute black beans or diced avocado for extra texture. For added crunch, top with crushed tortilla chips before serving. This salad can be made ahead of time; just keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.