Description
A refreshing Cucumber Corn Salad perfect for summer gatherings, combining crunchy cucumbers, sweet corn, and zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears)
- 2 large cucumbers, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, cucumbers, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance; just keep it refrigerated.
- Feel free to add avocado or feta cheese for extra creaminess.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg