Corn and Tomato Salad

Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Corn and Tomato Salad is a quick and easy dish that showcases the best of summer produce. Sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion come together in perfect harmony, all topped with a tangy lime and olive oil dressing. Fresh cilantro adds a fragrant twist, while optional crumbled feta cheese provides a creamy, savory accent. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this colorful salad is as beautiful as it is delicious. Serve it as a refreshing side dish at barbecues, picnics, or light lunches, and enjoy a healthy, gluten-free option packed with flavor. Whether served immediately or after a quick chill in the refrigerator, this salad is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh corn kernels
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Red onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves
• 1 whole Lime
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the fresh ingredients. If using ears of corn, remove the kernels by standing an ear on its end and slicing downward with a sharp knife. Each ear generally yields about 1 cup of kernels.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion to yield about half a cup, and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Coarsely chop the cilantro leaves, discarding stems, to yield about a quarter cup, and mix with the other ingredients.

Step 5

If you like, crumble feta cheese and set aside for a garnish option.

Step 6

Make the dressing by juicing the lime to yield about 2 tablespoons of juice. Whisk the lime juice with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until combined.

Step 7

Combine the corn, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro in the large mixing bowl with the dressing. Toss everything gently to ensure even coating with the dressing.

Step 8

If using feta cheese, fold it gently into the salad just before serving to keep its distinct texture.

Step 9

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. It's a refreshing and colorful addition to your meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1024.9

Total Fat 59.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 2637.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 718.6mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2209.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 38.8%