Pepper and Corn Salad

Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Pepper and Corn Salad is a quick and healthy side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a medley of sweet corn, crisp red, yellow, and green bell peppers, and a hint of red onion, this no-cook recipe is as vibrant as it is delicious. Tossed in a zesty lime and cumin dressing with a touch of honey for balance, this salad offers the perfect combination of sweetness and tanginess. Fresh cilantro adds a delightful herbal note, while the whole dish is ready in just 15 minutes for a fuss-free addition to your mealtime spread. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing BBQ side, a picnic staple, or a light lunch option, this gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly recipe delivers every time. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for maximum flavor impact.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups sweet corn kernels
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large yellow bell pepper
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the vegetables. Dice the red, yellow, and green bell peppers into small, evenly-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion.

Step 2

Chop the fresh cilantro leaves and set them aside.

Step 3

If using fresh corn, boil or steam it and then cut the kernels off the cob. If using canned or frozen corn, ensure it is drained and thawed, if necessary.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. You can add a bit more lime juice or salt to suit your preference.

Step 8

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1146.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941.0

Total Fat 49.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1264.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 44.1g
Protein 19.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 90.2mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 2449.5mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 49.3%