Secret Recipe Cold Corn Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, the Secret Recipe Cold Corn Salad is your ultimate side dish for warm-weather gatherings or anytime cravings. This vibrant salad combines sweet, juicy kernels of fresh corn, crunchy bell peppers, and cooling cucumbers with a zesty lime and cumin-infused dressing for an irresistibly creamy yet tangy bite. Fresh cilantro and a hint of honey elevate the flavor profile, making it a perfect balance of sweet and savory. With no cooking required beyond prepping the corn (or using canned or frozen for convenience), this quick 15-minute recipe is ideal for busy days or last-minute parties. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld into a refreshing medley that’s sure to steal the spotlight at barbecues, potlucks, or even as a standalone snack! Perfect for summer salads and healthy side recipes, this dish is a must-try for your next meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

If using fresh corn, cook the corn by boiling it in salted water for 3-4 minutes. Allow it to cool, and then cut the kernels off the cob. Alternatively, you can use canned or frozen corn (thawed) for convenience.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro. Toss everything gently to mix.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice.

Step 6

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled as a side dish or on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1088.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1101.2

Total Fat 50.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 58.8mg	0%
Sodium 1372.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 40.5g
Protein 22.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97.4mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1943.1mg	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: 38.3%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 54.2%