Sweetcorn Salsa
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Sweetcorn Salsa
Description
In this Sweetcorn Salsa, canned sweetcorn is mixed with diced red bell pepper, tomatoes, and red onion, providing a variety of textures from crispy to juicy. Fresh cilantro and jalapeños add aromatic herbal notes and moderate heat, while lime juice, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar create a tangy, bright dressing. Crushed garlic enhances depth, and crumbled feta cheese added at the end lends a creamy, salty contrast to the fresh vegetables.
The preparation involves simple chopping and stirring, making it accessible for a fresh side or topping. Adjusting the jalapeño amount tailors the heat level, and cilantro can be swapped for parsley if preferred. Optional mix-ins such as pineapple add sweetness, and integrating grilled chicken creates a more substantial dish. This salsa also works well as a taco filler or accompaniment.
The recipe notes suggest substituting herbs, omitting spicy ingredients, and adding sweetness with pineapple. It advises including feta just before serving to keep its texture fresh and recommends mixing grilled chicken into the salsa to create a complete meal option.
Ingredients
- 300 g sweetcorn canned; drained
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 6 tomato diced
- 0.5 red onion diced
- 10 g cilantro finely chopped, fresh
- 2 jalapeños diced (less if you don't like spicy)
- 1 lime (juice only)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 1 Pinch sea salt
- 1 Pinch black pepper
- 40 g feta cheese crumbled
Instructions
- In a bowl, add 300 g Sweetcorn, 1 Red bell pepper, 6 Tomatoes and 0.5 Red onion and mix well.
- Add 10 g Fresh coriander (cilantro), 2 Jalapeños, juice of 1 Lime, 1 tablespoon Olive oil, 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar, 2 Garlic clove and 1 Pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper and mix well.
- Add 40 g Feta just before serving and mix well.
Notes
- If you dislike cilantro, substitute with fresh chopped parsley for a milder flavor.
- Omit jalapeños if you prefer a non-spicy salsa and consider adding chopped gherkin pickles for tang.
- Adding pineapple chunks (fresh or canned) can provide a sweet contrast to the savory elements.
- Mix diced grilled chicken breasts into the salsa to serve as a light main dish.
- Leftover salsa works well as a filling for tacos to add bulk and flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 95 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 95kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 133mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1500IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 63.5mg | 71% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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