Here's a tasty and colorful corn salad recipe:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or 1 can of corn, drained)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 avocado, diced, and/or 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients:
- If using fresh corn, boil or grill it for a few minutes until tender, then cut the kernels off the cob.
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Combine the Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mix together the corn, diced red and green bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Mix Everything Together:
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. If using avocado and black beans, add them at this stage and toss carefully.
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Serve:
- Enjoy immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
This corn salad is great as a side dish, and it pairs well with grilled meats or tacos!
