Best 9 Contest Winning Tomato Corn Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our enticing tomato corn salad, a delightful dish that bursts with garden-fresh goodness. This vibrant salad features juicy red tomatoes, crisp corn kernels, and a medley of aromatic herbs, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. As you bite into each morsel, experience the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, complemented by a symphony of textures. This versatile salad can be enjoyed as a refreshing side dish, a light lunch option, or even as a topping for grilled meats or fish. With variations ranging from a classic recipe to a Mexican-inspired rendition and a grilled corn version, this article offers a trio of tantalizing tomato corn salad recipes to suit every palate. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary journey like no other.

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FRESH CORN AND TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 ears fresh corn, shucked
2 cups red or orange grape tomatoes, halved
8 ounces mozzarella pearls or fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt and some pepper in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth dressing.
  • Shear off the corn kernels with a sharp knife over a bowl (you should have about 4 cups). Toss in the tomatoes, mozzarella and scallions. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Cover and let stand for at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours. Before serving, tear the basil over the salad and stir.

SUMMER ANYTIME CRISP CORN SALAD



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This quick and easy salad is so tasty as a replacement for other salads at picnics, pitch-ins, and barbecues. No mayo to spoil, and goes together in a snap. I've left out the tomato and it's still great. In winter, I make this with hamburgers to remind us summer is not far away. I use super-sweet, sweet yellow and white, or Summer Crisp corn. If you use fresh sweet corn, be sure to blanch it first and then give it a bath in ice water to keep it crispy. Tasty ! Easily doubled -- this batch makes just enough for my husband and I.

Provided by MOOSETRAX75

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon water
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper
1 (15.25 ounce) can sweet corn, drained
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
⅓ cup chopped sweet onion
1 small tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, olive oil, water, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the corn, green and red bell peppers, onion, and tomato, and lightly toss. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 321.8 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

TOMATO CORN SALAD



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Wendy Ann Wood of Portland, Oregon has a remedy for the same old lettuce salad blues-red vine-ripe tomatoes mixed with white and yellow corn. "This salad is great for backyard barbecues, especially when there's a harvest of fresh corn in your garden. Or use frozen corn for other occasions year-round," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/4 cups cooked fresh or frozen white corn, thawed
2-1/4 cups cooked fresh or frozen yellow corn, thawed
1 medium cucumber, diced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the corn, cucumber, tomatoes and onion. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetable mixture; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CONTEST-WINNING TOMATO CORN SALAD



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Warm and colorful, this tantalizing side dish bursts with refreshing vegetable flavor. Fresh herbs and Dijon mustard add the pizzazz. - Carrie Componile, Roselle Park, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh corn (about 9 ears of corn)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a large skillet, saute corn in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in mustard. Add to vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CORN, SWEET ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD



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An exciting, cool and refreshing side salad that goes great with grilled meat. Fantastic for get-togethers. You WILL be asked for the recipe! Reserve a piece of sliced tomato and a few cilantro sprigs for garnish.

Provided by Twila Davis Reed

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (11 ounce) cans whole kernel corn
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 large sweet onions, cut into thin strips
4 green onions, chopped
1 bunch cilantro leaves, minced into tiny strips
2 limes, juiced
⅓ cup rice vinegar
kosher salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes, sweet onion, green onion, and cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over mixture, and mix in. Stir in rice vinegar to taste; the amount you use will depend on the sweetness of the corn, and the acidity of the lime. Season with kosher salt.
  • Cover, and chill for 45 minutes to an hour. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 472 mg, Sugar 6 g

CONTEST-WINNING GRILLED CORN SALSA



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Nothing beats the flavor of grilled vegetables, and this is a super way to use your garden bounty. I grill the veggies anytime I'm grilling something else, then whip up the salad and put it in the fridge to marinate. It's even better the next day. -Teri Kman Laporte, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 7-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed
2 small yellow summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 4 wedges
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
BASIL VINAIGRETTE:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup white balsamic or cider vinegar
12 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Fill a Dutch-oven two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Add corn. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until crisp-tender, 5 minutes. Remove corn; cool slightly., On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill the corn, squash, red pepper and onion, covered, over medium heat until lightly browned, turning occasionally, 8-10 minutes. , Cut corn from cobs; cut the squash, red pepper and onion into bite-size pieces. Place grilled vegetables in a large bowl; add tomato., In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CORN TOMATO SALAD



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This simple recipe is a great use for leftover sweet summer corn on the cob. Light and quick, it's a great addition to summer meals.

Provided by SMITH8CLAN

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ears corn, husked and cleaned
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
½ red onion, diced
1 medium tomato, diced
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes, until kernels are tender but crisp. Drain, cool slightly, and use a knife to scrape kernels from the cobs.
  • In a large bowl, mix the corn kernels, red bell pepper, onion, tomato, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic. Season with pepper. Chill 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 14.6 mg, Sugar 5 g

CORN SALAD WITH TOMATOES, FETA AND MINT



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Fresh raw corn shucked from the cob is ideal here. The juice from the tomatoes delivers just the right amount of acidity, so there's no need for vinegar. Eat this as is, by the bowl, or toss it with cooked rice or beans for a more filling meal - you'll want to add oil and vinegar accordingly. In midsummer, with peak-season produce, there is nothing better.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 to 3 cups raw or cooked corn kernels (from 4 to 6 ears)
1 large or 2 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into fairly small pieces
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the corn, tomatoes, cheese and mint in a medium bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss to coat.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 316, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 415 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

EASY CORN SALAD



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"My daughter-in-law shared this fast five-ingredient recipe," relates June Mullins of Livonia, Missouri. "It sounds too easy to be so good. Double the recipe if you're serving several," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
2 tablespoon chopped onion
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon dill weed, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 374mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. The quality of your tomatoes will greatly impact the flavor of your salad. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and free of blemishes.
  • Use fresh corn. Fresh corn is sweeter and more flavorful than canned or frozen corn. If you don't have access to fresh corn, you can substitute frozen or canned corn, but be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • Don't overcook the corn. Corn should be cooked just until it is tender-crisp. Overcooked corn will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a light dressing. A light dressing will allow the flavors of the tomatoes and corn to shine through. A simple vinaigrette or a drizzle of olive oil is all you need.
  • Add some herbs. Herbs can add a nice pop of flavor to the salad. Try basil, cilantro, or chives.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Tomato corn salad is best served fresh. The tomatoes and corn will start to lose their flavor if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Tomato corn salad is a simple but delicious salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is made with fresh tomatoes, corn, red onion, and a light dressing. The salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. If you like spicy food, you can add some chopped jalapeño peppers. If you like a sweeter salad, you can add some honey or maple syrup to the dressing. No matter how you make it, tomato corn salad is sure to be a hit.

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