Description
A refreshing and colorful salad perfect for summer gatherings or as a light side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (about 3 medium ears)
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and remove the kernels from the cob using a sharp knife.
- Chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats.
- Can be made a day ahead of time for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg