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Corn Salad

Corn Salad

Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This colorful medley of fresh corn, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and aromatic herbs is not only delicious but also incredibly simple to prepare. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings, this salad complements grilled meats beautifully and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. In just 20 minutes, you can create a healthy side dish that bursts with flavor and adds a delightful touch to any meal.

  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn, shucked
  • 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced English cucumber
  • 1/3 cup diced red onion
  • 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley and basil for garnish
  • Dressing: olive oil
  • red apple vinegar
  • lemon juice
  • honey
  • minced garlic
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. To make the dressing, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Refrigerate.
  2. Boil water in a large pot and cook corn for 3 minutes. Transfer to an ice water bath to cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
  3. In a large bowl, combine corn kernels with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, parsley, and basil.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Use fresh sweet corn for the best flavor. Letting the salad chill for at least 30 minutes enhances its taste. Customize by adding bell peppers or swapping feta with your favorite cheese.

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