Corn Salad
Elevate your culinary experience with this vibrant Corn Salad, a delightful dish bursting with fresh flavors and textures. In just under 15 minutes, you can create a colorful medley of sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers, all lightly dressed for a refreshing taste. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a simple side dish during any meal, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups corn (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup cucumber (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (minced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Optional: crumbled feta cheese and Italian dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the corn. Cook until tender.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked corn with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and basil. Let cool slightly.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with feta cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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