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Corn Salad

Zesty Corn Salad with Fresh Lime Vinaigrette Delight

This Zesty Corn Salad is a refreshing mix of fresh corn, tomatoes, and a zingy lime vinaigrette, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 ears Fresh Corn Substitution: Use 3.5 cups of canned or frozen corn if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Cut into small dice to enhance texture.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halved cherry tomatoes can work well too.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitution: Swap with parsley, dill, or basil if you dislike cilantro.
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions Chop finely for an even distribution of flavor.
  • 1 small Jalapeno Mince and remove seeds for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Substitution: Queso Fresco or Parmesan can be used instead.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Slice thinly to blend seamlessly into the salad.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Fresh lime juice is key for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, honey, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil until emulsified and creamy. Set aside.
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  2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and dissolve a bit of sugar with some lime juice. Add the corn, cover, and turn off the heat. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until tender but crisp.
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  3. Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl with ice water. Transfer the corn to the ice bath to stop cooking, keeping the corn bright and crunchy.
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  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine corn, diced red bell pepper, halved grape tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and chopped green onions. Fold in the minced jalapeno, feta cheese, and sliced red onion.
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  5. Drizzle the lime vinaigrette over the mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
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  6. Transfer to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve fresh.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be kept in the fridge for a couple of days, allowing flavors to meld.

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