Description
This vibrant Corn Salad is the perfect side dish for summer gatherings, picnics, or casual family dinners. Combining sweet corn with fresh vegetables like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of flavors and textures. The light dressing made from olive oil, white vinegar, and lime juice enhances the natural sweetness of the corn while adding a zesty kick. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this salad is both healthy and satisfying, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, this Corn Salad is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup English cucumber (quartered)
- 1/4 large red onion (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup basil leaves (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Corn: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add shucked corn and cook for five minutes. Remove and cool before cutting off the kernels.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mix cooked corn, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, basil leaves, and feta cheese.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, white vinegar, lime juice, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Toss & Serve: Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss until well coated. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg