Description
Crack Corn Salad is a refreshing and delicious summer dish that combines sweet corn with a variety of colorful vegetables and a creamy dressing, perfect for picnics and barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears of corn)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss to combine.
- If using, fold in the chopped cilantro.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumbers or avocados for extra texture.
- For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Crack Corn Salad, summer salad, corn salad, picnic recipes