Ready to relish the flavors of summer? Look no further than this vibrant and refreshing corn salad! Bursting with the sweet crunch of fresh corn, tangy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and red onion, this colorful dish is a summertime staple. Tossed in a zesty dressing of lime juice, olive oil, honey, and cilantro, this salad strikes the perfect balance between sweet, savory, and tangy. It's not just one recipe, but a collection of variations to tantalize your taste buds. From a classic corn salad with a simple vinaigrette to a Mexican-inspired version with black beans and avocado, and even a grilled corn salad with a smoky chipotle dressing, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to savor the taste of summer with this delightful corn salad extravaganza!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SUMMER CORN SALAD
This Summer Corn Salad definitely can enjoyed all year round! It's a fresh corn salad made with onion, bell pepper, avocado, and corn! Fresh or frozen corn will work!
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Salad
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk dressing ingredients together and set aside.
- Add 1-2 inches of water to a large skillet. Bring to a boil. Add shucked corn ears and cook for 3-4 minutes, rotating to cook on all sides. Drain water.
- Heat grill on medium-high heat. Brush corn lightly with olive oil and grill for a few minutes, rotating it as it cooks, until golden on all sides.
- Allow the corn to cool and then cut corn off of the cob and add to a bowl. Add remaining salad ingredients and drizzle with desired amount of dressing (you may not use it all). Toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 8 g, Calories 144 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 10 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g
SUMMER CORN SALAD
This beautiful salad truly captures the summer season. It's chock full of fresh veggies and basil, and feta cheese gives it a rich, tangy flavor the whole family will love. -Priscilla Yee, Concord, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk 4 teaspoons oil, lime juice, salt and pepper sauce; set aside., In a large skillet, cook and stir corn in remaining oil over medium-high heat until tender. Transfer to a salad bowl; cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion and basil. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat., Let stand for 10 minutes before serving or refrigerate until chilled. Sprinkle with cheese just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SUMMERY CORN SALAD
A light and refreshing salad perfect for a warm summer evening. I like to serve this as a side with Mexican meals.
Provided by SunnyDaysNora
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Spread 1 teaspoon butter on each ear of corn and sprinkle ears with garlic powder. Wrap corn in aluminum foil.
- Grill wrapped ears until corn kernels are hot and steaming, about 15 minutes. Unwrap ears and grill until kernels are lightly browned, about 5 more minutes, turning once. Let corn cool and cut kernels from the cobs.
- Gently stir corn, black beans, and cilantro together in a salad bowl. Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, garlic, sugar, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl; pour dressing over corn mixture and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 394.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
SUMMER CORN SALAD
Steps:
- Preheat a grill.
- Shuck the corn and cut the endive heads in half lengthwise. Add the corn and endive to a baking sheet or cutting board, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the corn and endive to the grill and cook until lightly charred on all sides, about 3 minutes for the endive and 5 minutes for the corn.
- Meanwhile, in a medium serving bowl, combine all the remaining ingredients.
- Once cooked, remove the corn and endive from the grill. Slice the endive crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces and add to the bowl. Cut the kernels off the cobs and discard the cobs. Add the kernels to the bowl and stir to combine. Taste for seasoning and adjust, if needed. Serve warm or room temperature.
SUMMER CORN SALAD
This fresh and flavorful salad features buttery yellow corn tossed with chunks of tomato and onion with a fresh basil vinaigrette.
Provided by Eileen
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook corn in boiling water for 7 to 10 minutes, or until desired tenderness. Drain, cool, and cut kernels off the cob with a sharp knife.
- In a large bowl, toss together the corn, tomatoes, onion, basil, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 8.7 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
SUMMER CORN SALAD
Steps:
- Shave the corn off the cob and place in a bowl. Add the onions, bell peppers and cilantro and mix.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice and a pinch of salt and pepper. Dress the corn with the mixture, adding additional salt and pepper if needed.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, sweet corn. The fresher the corn, the better the salad will be. If you can, get corn that was picked within the last day or two.
- Cook the corn properly. Overcooked corn will be tough and chewy. Cook it just until it is tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Let the corn cool completely before adding it to the salad. This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Use a variety of toppings. This will add flavor and texture to the salad. Some good options include chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, crumbled feta cheese, and diced avocado.
- Dress the salad lightly. A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will overwhelm the other flavors in the salad.
- Serve the salad immediately. Corn salad is best when it is fresh. Don't let it sit around for more than a few hours before serving.
Conclusion:
This summery corn salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy salad, give this corn salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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