Description
If you’re searching for a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer, look no further than this Summer Fresh Corn Salad. Bursting with sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, this salad is not only a feast for the senses but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for backyard barbecues, picnics, or as a light dinner option, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The delightful vinaigrette ties everything together beautifully while enhancing the natural flavors of the fresh produce. Plus, it’s versatile enough to complement any main dish or stand alone as a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 ears fresh corn (shucked)
- 2 medium roma tomatoes (diced)
- 1 medium English cucumber (diced)
- 1 medium avocado (diced)
- 1/2 medium red onion (minced)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon apple vinegar vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Corn: Boil shucked corn in a large pot of water for 5 minutes until tender. Cool and cut kernels off.
- Chop Veggies: Dice tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado; mince red onion. Combine all in a large bowl with basil and mint.
- Make Dressing: Whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, apple vinegar vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine: Pour dressing over salad mixture; toss gently to combine and adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg