Creamy Corn Salad
A vibrant and refreshing summer salad combining sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a creamy dressing, perfect for barbecues and picnics.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your corn: If using fresh, boil for 5-7 minutes, cool, and cut kernels off. If using canned, drain and rinse.
- Chop the veggies: Dice red onion and bell peppers, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Mix up the dressing: Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice in a large bowl, whisk until smooth.
- Combine the goodness: Add corn, chopped veggies, and dressing to the bowl, fold gently together.
- Taste and adjust: Season with more salt, pepper, or lime juice to your preference.
- Chill (optional): Let sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve with love: Garnish with cilantro or herbs of choice before serving.
Notes
Feel free to adjust ingredients and seasonings according to personal taste! A squeeze of lemon can be a great substitute for lime if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: corn salad, summer salad, creamy salad, side dish, refreshing salad
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