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Corn Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A fresh and vibrant corn salad perfect for summer gatherings, combining sweet corn with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a zesty lime dressing.

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 4 ears fresh corn
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (kosher)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Cotija cheese (optional)
  • for serving Lime wedges (optional)

Instructions 

  • Grill or char the corn over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, then cool and slice kernels off the cob.
  • Combine corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • Whisk lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently. Top with Cotija cheese if desired.
  • Serve with lime wedges, enjoy immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes.

Notes

For extra flavor, grill the corn until slightly charred.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: corn