Corn Salad
Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together fresh ingredients for a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light side dish, this easy-to-make salad can be prepared in just 12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 19 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups corn (fresh or thawed frozen corn)
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup cucumber (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Italian dressing (optional)
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, and salt for the dressing. Set aside.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the corn until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked corn with halved cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber, and minced basil. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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