Corn Salsa Recipe
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Corn Salsa Recipe
Description
The Corn Salsa Recipe centers on fresh corn kernels as the base, enhanced by diced tomatoes and onions for juiciness and crunch. The addition of jalapeño introduces a gentle spiciness, balanced by the fresh herbaceousness of cilantro and the acidity of lime juice. Chilling the combined ingredients helps meld the flavors, resulting in a bright, refreshing salsa.
The textures are varied, with the firm kernels complementing the softer tomatoes and onions. The flavors range from sweet to tangy with a hint of heat from the jalapeño, making this salsa a versatile accompaniment for chips, tacos, or grilled meats.
The recipe includes options for preparing the fresh corn by boiling, microwaving, or grilling, with grilling adding a slight charred flavor. Preparing the corn in advance and chilling the salsa simplifies serving.
Ingredients
- 2 cups corn from 3 cobs, sweet yellow, kernels cut off the cob, cooked
- 2 tomato seeded and diced, small, vine ripe
- 1/2 cup red onion (diced)
- 1 scallion (diced)
- 1 jalapeño (diced (remove seeds for mild))
- 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juice of, fresh
- kosher salt fresh, to taste
- black pepper fresh, to taste
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients and refrigerate for about an hour. Makes about 3 cups.
Notes
- Thaw frozen corn before use if chosen instead of fresh.
- To boil corn, cook peeled ears in boiling water for 5 minutes, then cool.
- Microwave peeled corn wrapped in a damp paper towel for 3 to 4 minutes until tender.
- For added flavor, grill peeled corn over medium heat, turning until charred for about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 57 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/2 cup | |
| Calories | 57kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Sodium | 10mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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