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Fresh Corn Salad

Sweet summer corn, crisp cucumbers, and ripe, juicy garden tomatoes are all mixed together in a light and easy vinaigrette!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 103 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 cups corn kernels about 4 cobs of corn
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • ¼ cup finely diced red onion
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley cilantro, basil, or dill

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the kernels turn bright yellow (alternately, the corn can be grilled).
  2. Drain the corn and cool completely. Use a sharp knife to remove the kernels from the corn cob.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, and red onion.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil and apple cider vinegar over the salad.
  5. Season generously with salt & pepper to taste and toss well to combine.
  6. Just before serving, sprinkle with fresh herbs toss to combine.

Notes

  • If time allows, grill your corn for maximum flavor:
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
  • Preheat grill to medium high heat. Remove silk and husk from corn. 
  • Brush with olive oil and generously season. 
  • Grill 2-3 minutes per side or until slightly charred. Cool before using.

Nutrition Information

Calories 103 (5%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 5g (8%) Sodium 117mg (5%) Potassium 155mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 175IU (4%) Vitamin C 6.8mg (8%) Calcium 7mg (1%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 103

% Daily Value*

Calories 103 5%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 5g 8%
Sodium 117mg 5%
Potassium 155mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 175IU 4%
Vitamin C 6.8mg 8%
Calcium 7mg 1%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.