Low Carb Corn and Tomato Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with summer flavors, this Low Carb Corn and Tomato Salad is the perfect side dish for your next gathering or healthy weeknight dinner. Featuring tender, lightly cooked sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a pop of zesty lime dressing, this salad is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. Fresh basil leaves and a touch of red onion add herbaceous and savory notes, while the quick prep time of just 20 minutes makes it a breeze to whip up. Naturally gluten-free and low-carb, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing, vibrant dish that pairs effortlessly with grilled meats or stands alone as a light, flavorful snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 ears fresh sweet corn
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Shuck the ears of corn and remove all the silk. Rinse the corn under cold water.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the ears of corn and cook for about 3 minutes or just until tender. Remove them and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

Once cooled, stand each ear of corn on end in a large bowl. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice downward to remove the kernels. Transfer the kernels to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the mixing bowl with the corn.

Step 5

Finely dice the red onion and add to the corn and tomato mixture.

Step 6

Chop the basil leaves and add them to the salad.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the corn and tomato mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.

Step 9

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(675.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	513.9

Total Fat 31.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1233.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.9g
Protein 9.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.6mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1435.4mg	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: 49.8%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 43.1%