Description
Crack Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that elevates any gathering with its sweet corn, crisp vegetables, and tangy dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues or casual family dinners, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. With a delightful combination of ingredients that meld together beautifully, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or 1 can)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by boiling fresh kernels in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain and cool.
- Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Soak chopped red onion in cold water for about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add cooled corn, diced vegetables, and optional herbs to the dressing; gently fold to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg