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Crack Corn Salad

Crack Corn Salad – A Creamy BBQ Side You’ll Love

This Crack Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing BBQ side made with sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 ears Fresh Corn Or substitute with canned or frozen corn, drained and rinsed.
  • 8 slices Bacon Crispy bacon; can substitute with turkey bacon or crispy chickpeas.
  • 4 each Green Onions Sliced; can use chives as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Omit for dairy-free; diced avocado can be used instead.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can replace with additional Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Alternatives include white wine vinegar or fresh lemon juice.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust based on preference.
  • Salt & Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • whisk
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add corn kernels and cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled corn, diced crispy bacon, and sliced green onions. Stir gently with a spatula.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour dressing over the corn mixture and gently fold to coat all ingredients.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
  6. After chilling, stir the salad gently and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors. Use fresh corn when possible for sweetness and crunch.

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