FRESH CORN AND BASIL SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side     Kid-Friendly     Healthy

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ears of sweet corn, husked and silk removed
1/2 cup small-diced red onion
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt or sea salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/2 cup slivered fresh basil leaves (directions follow)**
optional: 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved and drained
** To make slivered basil: Stack basil leaves, roll stack lengthwise, then cut across the roll to make small strips.

Steps:

  • Cook corn ears: You can boil, broil or grill it -- it's good any of these ways. If broiling or grilling, brush ears lightly with olive oil first. Cook until tender, but don't overcook. After cooking, allow the ears to cool. Then using a knife and standing the ear on one end, cut down the outside all around the ear to remove the kernals. In a large bowl, gently combine corn kernels, red onions, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste. Refrigerate the salad until approximately 1/2 hour before serving. Just before serving, toss in the fresh basil and tomatoes (optional). Taste for seasonings and serve at room temperature.

Jharna 750 Actor
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


Makinzi Hamby
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer corn.


Malar Malar
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Angelus Daemon (Mitch)
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This salad is delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of corn, basil, and red onion.


Nahiyan Sagor
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for summer cookouts.


Kevin Anthony Martz
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mariama Kulangbanda
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I'm not a huge fan of corn, but I loved this salad! The basil and dressing really make it.


Wali Tiger
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This is the best corn salad I've ever had! The dressing is amazing.


Lehlohonolo Hluni
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.


Chole Vaneyk
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This salad is a summer staple in our house. It's so fresh and flavorful, and the dressing is the perfect complement to the corn and basil.