Corn Salad Delight

Bright, fresh, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Corn Salad Delight is the perfect side dish for any occasion. This colorful salad combines sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, crisp red bell pepper, and a hint of zesty red onion, all brought together with fresh cilantro and a tangy lime dressing. Optional crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, savory element, while a touch of honey or maple syrup complements the natural sweetness of the vegetables. Ready in just 20 minutes, this gluten-free and customizable recipe is an ideal choice for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a light, refreshing lunch. Serve it chilled for the ultimate fusion of flavors and textures!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese (optional)
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

If using fresh or frozen corn, cook the corn kernels in boiling water for about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and allow to cool completely. If using canned corn, simply drain and rinse under cold water.

Step 2

Cut the cherry tomatoes in halves or quarters, depending on their size.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into small bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons.

Step 5

Chop the fresh cilantro finely.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 7

If using feta cheese, crumble it into the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine well.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more lime juice or salt if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1338.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1349.1

Total Fat 75.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 2645.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 60.2g
Protein 41.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 705.5mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 2776.3mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 42.2%