Corn and Zucchini Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with summer flavors, this Corn and Zucchini Salad is a vibrant medley of seasonal produce. Sweet corn kernels and tender zucchini are lightly cooked to retain their crispness, then paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and a zesty lemon-honey dressing for a refreshing and wholesome dish. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect as a light side dish or a standalone vegetarian meal. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, tangy finish, balancing the sweetness of the vegetables beautifully. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for picnics, barbecues, or casual weeknight dinners. Healthy, colorful, and incredibly easy to make, this recipe is a must-try for showcasing the best of summer produce!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh corn kernels (from about 3 ears of corn)
• 2 medium Zucchini, diced
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the fresh corn kernels and blanch for 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced zucchini and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the blanched corn kernels, sautéed zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped basil.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat the vegetables.

Step 6

If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top just before serving.

Step 7

Serve the salad immediately at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1240.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1187.7

Total Fat 76.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 2635.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 50.2g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 731.0mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2810.9mg	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: 54.1%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 34.1%