Best 7 Easy Cherry Tomato Corn Salad Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Calling all summer produce lovers! This easy cherry tomato corn salad bursts with the vibrant flavors of summer. Sweet cherry tomatoes, juicy corn kernels, fresh basil, and a tangy lemon-herb dressing come together to create a refreshing and flavorful side dish. You can also add optional ingredients like crumbled feta cheese or chopped red onion for extra flavor and texture. And for a more substantial meal, consider adding some grilled chicken or shrimp. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a delicious addition to your next potluck, this cherry tomato corn salad is sure to be a hit. With minimal prep time and a few simple ingredients, you'll have a crowd-pleasing salad that showcases the best of summer's bounty. So gather your ingredients, grab your cutting board, and let's dive into the recipe!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHERRY TOMATO CORN SALAD



Cherry Tomato Corn Salad image

Brighten a picnic lunch or backyard barbecue with this cheerful, fresh-tasting salad. If you use want to use sweet corn off the cob, saute the corn for 5 minutes in a skillet before adding to the salad. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the basil, oil, lime juice, sugar, salt and pepper; shake well. , In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes and cucumber. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FRESH CORN AND TOMATO SALAD



Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad image

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.

CONTEST-WINNING TOMATO CORN SALAD



Contest-Winning Tomato Corn Salad image

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

CHERRY TOMATO CORN SALAD



Cherry Tomato Corn Salad image

This salad is quick, easy and delicious. It is from Taste of Homes, Weeknight Cooking Made Easy. I used frozen sweet white corn.

Provided by Toyo5264

Categories     Low Protein

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup fresh basil, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the basil, oil, lime juice, sugar, salt and pepper, shake well.
  • In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes and cucumber. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate until serving.

CORN SALAD WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND CILANTRO



Corn Salad With Tomatoes, Basil and Cilantro image

High summer produce comes together in this simple mix, tangy with lime juice and full of fresh herbs. Even in the height of the season, corn gets a touch sweeter when heated, and the easiest way to do it is in the microwave. It takes just a few minutes to zap the corn cobs in their husks, which makes them easy to shuck. The silks will slip right off the sweeter and still-crisp corn. Picking basil and cilantro leaves by hand then tearing them right over the salad keeps their delicate fragrance intact. Serve this with anything off the grill or alongside tacos or sandwiches.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weeknight, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ears of corn
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 lime
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt
1/4 teaspoon minced seeded fresh habanero or other very hot chile (optional)
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Microwave the corn in their husks on high for 3 minutes. Shuck the corn - the silks will come off easily. (If you want to boil or steam the corn on the stovetop, you can shuck the corn first then cook just until brighter in color, 2 to 3 minutes.) Cut the kernels off the cobs, transfer them to a large bowl and add the tomatoes.
  • Finely grate the zest of the lime directly over the corn mixture, then squeeze the juice from the lime all over. Add the oil, a generous pinch of salt and the chile, if using. Mix well, then tear the herbs over the salad and gently fold them in. Season to taste with salt and serve, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

CREAMY CHERRY TOMATO SALAD WITH FRESH BASIL, CORN AND ONION



Creamy Cherry Tomato Salad with Fresh Basil, Corn and Onion image

This cherry tomato-corn salad holds up well for summer picnics. Simply cut the raw corn from the cob -- no need to even cook it. Raisins are a surprise sweet addition.

Provided by USA WEEKEND Pam Anderson

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
salt, to taste
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups fresh corn kernels
¼ cup torn basil leaves
1 small red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
½ cup raisins
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Salt tomatoes in a bowl and set aside. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar and garlic; set aside. Add corn, basil, onion and raisins to tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, and toss with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 5.8 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 53 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

CHERRY TOMATO, CORN, AND HALLOUMI SALAD



Cherry Tomato, Corn, and Halloumi Salad image

Put one slice of garlic in the oil when you first turn on the heat. When it sizzles, your oil is ready for the rest of the garlic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh juice
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic (from 2 cloves)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups corn kernels (from 2 ears)
3 cups halved cherry or grape tomatoes
4 ounces halloumi, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups packed baby arugula, preferably wild

Steps:

  • Whisk together lime juice and zest in a large heatproof bowl. In a small skillet, heat 5 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until light golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Whiskoil mixture into lime mixture; season with salt and pepper. Set aside 2 tablespoons dressing; add corn and tomatoes to remaining dressing and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Return skillet to medium-high heat and swirl in remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add halloumi (be careful; it may splatter) and cook, flipping once, until golden and crisp on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Scatter arugula on a serving plate; top with corn-tomato mixture. Serve, with halloumi and reserved dressing on the side.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful cherry tomatoes. Look for tomatoes that are deep red in color and have no blemishes. Avoid tomatoes that are green or have soft spots.
  • Use fresh corn. Fresh corn is sweeter and has a better flavor than frozen or canned corn. If you can't find fresh corn, you can substitute frozen or canned corn, but be sure to drain it well before using.
  • 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 a good option.
  • Add some fresh herbs. Fresh herbs, such as basil, cilantro, or parsley, will add a pop of flavor to the salad.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Cherry tomato and corn salad is best served immediately after it is made. The tomatoes and corn will start to lose their flavor if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Cherry tomato and corn salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Try adding different herbs, cheeses, or vegetables to create a salad that is uniquely yours.

Related Topics