Sweet Corn Tomato Salad with Fresh Cilantro
Bursting with vibrant summer flavors, this Sweet Corn Tomato Salad with Fresh Cilantro is a refreshing, no-cook dish perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, and sweet, tender corn kernels straight off the cob, this salad is brightened with a zesty lime dressing and fragrant chopped cilantro. The optional addition of finely diced jalapeño adds a subtle kick for those who love a bit of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes and full of fresh, wholesome ingredients, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is an effortless side dish or light appetizer that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or chilled seafood. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a medley of bold, tangy, and herbaceous flavors in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh corn kernels (from about 3 ears of corn)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cups Red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cups Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 small Optional: Jalapeño, finely diced
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the corn by cutting the kernels off the cob. If using pre-cooked or canned corn, skip to the next step.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion.
Step 3
Add the chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.
Step 4
If using jalapeño for an extra kick, finely dice it and mix it in with the other ingredients.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 7
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
Step 8
Refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (837.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 669.5 |
| Total Fat 33.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1270.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.3g | |
| Protein 16.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 105.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1859.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories