Description
Sweet corn salad with peaches is a vibrant summer dish that brings together the sweet crunch of fresh corn and juicy, sun-ripened peaches. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing, this colorful salad is a delightful addition to any outdoor gathering, picnic, or family meal. It’s not only visually appealing but also incredibly simple to prepare, making it perfect for those last-minute occasions when you want to impress without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (about 4 ears)
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the fresh sweet corn and rinse it under cold water. If using frozen corn, thaw according to package instructions.
- Boil the corn in a large pot of water for 5-7 minutes until tender or grill on medium heat until slightly charred. Let cool before cutting off the kernels.
- Dice the ripe peaches into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled corn kernels, diced peaches, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lime juice. Pour over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg