Sweet Corn Salad with Fresh Herbs and Tangy Lime
Summer Fresh Corn Salad is a light and colorful dish made with sweet corn, tomatoes, cucumber, herbs, and a zesty citrus dressing. It is perfect for warm-weather meals, cookouts, and easy side dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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4 cups corn kernels
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup diced cucumber
1/3 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Cut corn from the cob or prepare frozen corn.
- Optional: sauté corn for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let corn cool slightly.
- Dice tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
- Combine all vegetables in a large bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, lime juice, zest, salt, pepper, and honey.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Add herbs and mix lightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Let sit briefly before serving.
Notes
Use fresh corn for best flavor.
Add avocado or cheese for variation.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.