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Fresh Summer Corn Salad Recipe with Easy Zesty Lime Dressing

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A vibrant and refreshing summer salad featuring sweet fresh corn, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing that brightens every bite. Perfect for quick meals, picnics, and backyard barbecues.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn, shucked and kernels cut off (about 3 cups)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped (soaked in cold water for 10 minutes if desired)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the kernels off 4 fresh ears of corn. Stand the ear vertically on your cutting board and slice downward to yield about 3 cups of kernels (5-7 minutes).
  2. Halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, finely dice 1 small red bell pepper, and chop 1/4 cup of red onion. Soak onion in cold water for 10 minutes if a milder flavor is desired, then drain. Roughly chop 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro and dice 1 ripe avocado just before assembling to avoid browning.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/8 teaspoon chili flakes if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until well combined and slightly thickened (about 3 minutes).
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro. Gently fold in the diced avocado to prevent mushiness.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Use fresh, sweet corn for best texture and flavor. Soaking red onion in cold water mellows its sharpness. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Chilling the salad for at least 15 minutes enhances flavor melding. For a smoky twist, grill corn before cutting kernels. Honey can be swapped with maple syrup for vegan diets. Adjust lime juice and honey balance to taste.

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Keywords: summer salad, corn salad, lime dressing, fresh corn, easy salad, backyard barbecue, healthy side dish, vegan option

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