Description
Fresh corn salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a simple lime dressing! This corn salad is delicious served on its own or as a side dish for summer meals.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 2 ears of cooked corn, kernels sliced off the cob (about 1 1/2 – 2 cups) OR 1 (14–15 ounce) can corn kernels, drained
- 9 ounces (250g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 or 2 cucumbers (English or Persian recommended), diced
- 1/8 medium red onion, thinly diced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
For the Lime Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper (or to taste)
- 1/3 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 clove of garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: If using fresh corn on the cob, cook it (grill, boil, or roast) and let it cool slightly before carefully slicing the kernels off the cob. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the cucumber. Thinly dice the red onion. Mince the garlic (if using). Chop cilantro/parsley (if using for garnish).
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly diced red onion.
- Make Dressing: In a small mason jar or a small bowl, combine the lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, red chili flakes (if using), and minced garlic (if using). Seal the jar and shake well (or whisk in the bowl) until the dressing is combined.
- Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
- Toss and Serve: Toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or pepper, if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, if using. Serve immediately or chill briefly.
Notes
- Corn: Freshly cooked corn (grilled or boiled) provides the best flavor and texture. Canned or thawed frozen corn can be used for convenience.
- Cucumber: English or Persian cucumbers have thinner skin and fewer seeds. If using a regular cucumber, you may want to peel it and remove the seeds.
- Onion: For a milder onion flavor, soak the diced red onion in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain well before adding.
- Variations: Add diced avocado, black beans, or crumbled feta/cotija cheese for extra flavor and substance.
- Storage: Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The vegetables may release some liquid over time.