Jim's Corn Salsa

Bursting with bright, zesty flavors and a hint of spice, Jim's Corn Salsa is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite dishes or a crowd-pleasing dip for tortilla chips. Made with sweet, tender corn kernels—whether fresh off the cob or conveniently thawed from frozen—this recipe combines crisp red bell peppers, tangy red onion, and a touch of heat from jalapeño peppers. Freshly chopped cilantro and a zesty lime dressing infused with olive oil and ground cumin bring it all together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether served as a topping for tacos, a vibrant side dish for grilled meats or fish, or a chilled appetizer, this easy corn salsa is a versatile and flavorful addition to any table. Ideal for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, it's a healthy, gluten-free option that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn or 3 cups frozen, thawed)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 small Jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Juice of 2 limes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

If using fresh corn, shuck the ears and remove all the silk. Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the corn. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove the ears and let them cool slightly. Using a sharp knife, slice the kernels off the cob into a large bowl.

Step 2

If using frozen corn, ensure it's thawed and pat it dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn (fresh or thawed), diced red bell pepper, minced jalapeño, and diced red onion.

Step 4

Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper to preference.

Step 8

Cover the bowl and chill the salsa for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve the corn salsa chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, as a taco topping, or as a side dish to grilled meats or fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	761.1

Total Fat 34.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1274.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.3g
Protein 19.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 94.9mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1936.5mg	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: 37.4%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 53.6%