Creamy Corn Salad

Bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors, this Creamy Corn Salad is the ultimate summer side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or adds a refreshing touch to any barbecue spread. Featuring tender, sweet corn kernels, crisp red bell peppers, and a kick of aromatic red onion, this salad is tossed in a luscious blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and zesty lime juice, seasoned with smoky paprika and garlic for an irresistible depth of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short chill in the fridge, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for gatherings or a quick weeknight side. Enjoy it as a crowd-pleasing potluck favorite or elevate your meal prep with this creamy, tangy, and colorful delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the corn for 3-5 minutes until tender. Drain and allow to cool before cutting the kernels off the cob. Alternatively, you can use canned or frozen corn (use roughly 3 cups).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a final toss and garnish with a few extra sprigs of cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1086.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1626.3

Total Fat 105.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 146.4mg	0%
Sodium 1547.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 24.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153.9mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1820.5mg	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: 54.7%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 39.6%