Description
Fresh Corn Salad is the ultimate summer side dish, bursting with flavor and vibrant colors. This easy-to-make salad features sweet corn paired with fresh vegetables, making it a refreshing addition to any meal or gathering. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this delightful blend of garden-fresh ingredients, tossed in a zesty dressing that enhances its natural sweetness. Whether served at a barbecue, picnic, or as a light lunch, this salad is versatile enough to complement grilled meats or stand alone as a nutritious option. Customize it with your favorite veggies for an even more personalized touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 ears of white or yellow corn (or ~4 cups frozen/canned)
- ½ cup diced red or white onion
- 3 Roma tomatoes (seeded and diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup red apple vinegar
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, and minced garlic in a small bowl for the dressing; set aside.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Remove husks from corn and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain.
- Remove kernels from the corn cobs and place them into a mixing bowl; add diced tomatoes, onion, parsley, and pour over the dressing.
- Toss gently until everything is well combined, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg