Description
This Corn Salad is a delightful, colorful dish bursting with fresh flavors, perfect for any occasion. Whether youβre hosting a summer barbecue or seeking a quick side for dinner, this salad can be ready in just 12 minutes. Juicy corn combines beautifully with halved cherry tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers, creating not only a delicious but also visually stunning dish. Enhanced with a zesty lime dressing and topped with crumbled feta cheese, itβs a fantastic way to enjoy seasonal produce while keeping meals light and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ΒΌ teaspoon salt
- 1Β½ cups corn (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1Β½ cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Β½ cup cucumber (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (minced)
- β cup crumbled feta cheese
- Optional: 2 tablespoons Italian dressing
Instructions
- Whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl for the dressing.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the corn for 5β7 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked corn, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped cucumber, and minced basil.
- Chill the mixture before serving. Drizzle with your dressing and top with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor boost, consider adding bell peppers or black beans. Adjust seasoning by tasting your dressing before mixing it into the salad.