Description
Irresistible Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. Bursting with sweet corn, crunchy bell peppers, and a creamy dressing, this salad is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or casual dinners at home. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it will impress your guests and make any meal memorable. Gather your friends and family around as you enjoy this delightful blend of flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh sweet corn (about 4 ears)
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Cook fresh corn in boiling water for 5-7 minutes until tender. Cool slightly before cutting off the kernels.
- Dice the red bell pepper finely and chop the cilantro.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled corn, bell pepper, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the top and mix gently until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg