Best 2 Spicy Fresh Corn Salad Recipes

Calling all corn lovers! Get ready to elevate your taste buds with our tantalizing Spicy Fresh Corn Salad. This vibrant and flavorful salad is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors, featuring crisp corn, juicy tomatoes, crunchy red onions, and a medley of zesty spices. But that's not all! We've also included a bonus recipe for a tantalizing Corn and Avocado Salsa, a perfect complement to grilled meats or as a zesty dip for tortilla chips. And for those who love their corn on the cob, we have a delightful recipe for Grilled Corn with Chipotle Butter, a smoky and spicy twist on a classic summer staple. Whether you're looking for a refreshing side dish for your next barbecue or a light and healthy lunch, these corn-centric recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings.

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

SPICY FRESH CORN SALAD

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I was gifted some Cajun-flavored mayonnaise and wasn't sure what to do with it until I spotted fresh corn at the grocery store. I thought the sweetness of the corn would contrast nicely with the spicy mayonnaise, and I was right! Serve with grilled or fried shrimp, or with any summery chicken dish.

Provided by LauraF

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 ears fresh corn
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons Cajun mayonnaise
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 small avocado, diced

Steps:

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
Shuck corn and remove the silks. Cut off the base of the stalk and slice kernels off the cob. Transfer kernels to a rimmed baking sheet. Add green pepper and shallot. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss and spread out in an even layer.
Broil in the preheated oven until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir and spread back out on the sheet. Continue broiling until corn starts to brown, about 5 minutes more. Cool for 5 minutes.
Transfer vegetables to a large bowl. Add mayonnaise, lime juice, and cilantro. Stir until vegetables are evenly coated. Gently fold in avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.5 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 39.6 g, Fiber 12.8 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 477.2 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

FRESH CORN SALAD WITH SPICY SHRIMP AND TOMATOES

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This stunning salad is so summer. Made with fresh tomatoes, corn and bell pepper. love the bright colors. My grandmother always said that you should try to always make sure your table is multi-colored - never put out a meal that is monochromatic! It's dressed with a zesty mixture of lime juice, vinegar, olive oil and chile pepper. Bring this salad to your next outdoor get-together. It can stand up to the heat and is totally delectable!

Provided by honeysage.com

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 1 salad, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

6 ears fresh corn, cleaned and the kernels cut off
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
10 ounces cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 red bell pepper (raw or roasted)
1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

-Place the corn kernels in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
In a bowl, mix the cajun seasoning and the shrimp. Over medium heat, put the olive oil in a large skillet. When it's hot, add the shrimp, garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook the shrimp 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan to cool.
To make the dressing, just combine the lime juice, vinegar, olive oil and chile powder with a small whisk.
Place all salad ingredients in a large bowl and pour the dressing over. Toss gently and taste to see if it needs anything (salt, pepper, lime -- ).
You can serve it at room temperature, or chilled. Or even slighly warm, I would imagine. It's just delicious, as well as easy and quick!

Tips:

- For the best flavor, use fresh corn on the cob. If you don't have access to fresh corn, you can use frozen corn, but be sure to thaw it completely before using. - To easily remove the kernels from the cob, hold the cob vertically and use a sharp knife to slice downwards. Alternatively, you can use a corn stripper. - Be sure to dice the tomatoes and cucumber into small pieces so that they are easy to eat. - If you like spicy food, you can add more chili peppers or cayenne pepper to taste. - For a more flavorful salad, use a combination of different types of peppers, such as bell peppers, jalapeños, and serrano peppers. - If you are short on time, you can skip the step of roasting the corn. However, roasting the corn adds a delicious smoky flavor to the salad. - This salad is best served immediately after it is made. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

This Spicy Fresh Corn Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with fresh vegetables and has a nice spicy kick. The salad is also very versatile and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add different types of vegetables, such as black beans or avocado. You can also adjust the amount of chili peppers to suit your taste. No matter how you make it, this Spicy Fresh Corn Salad is sure to be a hit!