Spicey Corn Salad

Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, this Spicy Corn Salad is a vibrant side dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or spicing up weeknight dinners. Featuring freshly charred corn on the cob, crisp red bell peppers, zesty jalapeños, and a tangy lime-cumin dressing, this colorful salad is a celebration of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional Cotija cheese adds the perfect finishing touch, making it irresistible for fans of Tex-Mex cuisine. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for barbecue spreads, potlucks, or as a refreshing companion to grilled proteins. Whether served immediately or chilled for deeper flavor infusion, this crowd-pleasing dish promises to elevate your table with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Jalapeño
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 2 medium Lime
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Cotija cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Lightly brush the ears of corn with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Place the corn on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until slightly charred on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Allow the corn to cool.

Step 4

While the corn is cooling, finely dice the red bell pepper, jalapeño, and red onion. Chop the cilantro and set aside.

Step 5

Cut the kernels off the charred corn by standing each cob upright on a cutting board and slicing downwards with a sharp knife.

Step 6

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

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 limes, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss until well combined.

Step 9

If using, crumble the Cotija cheese and sprinkle it over the salad just before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	922.1

Total Fat 53.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 2110.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.5g
Protein 30.6g	0%

Vitamin D 12.8IU	0%
Calcium 531.7mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1650.5mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 40.4%