If you’re looking for a colorful, easy-to-make salad, look no further than this corn salad with lime dressing. Not only is it gluten-free, but it also caters to vegetarians—unless you decide to add the optional bacon for an extra savory punch!
Corn Salad with Lime Dressing: A Flavorful Combination
This salad has a delicious blend of fresh vegetables that complement the sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing perfectly. While some may argue that bacon is the key to elevating the flavor, I believe the dressing steals the show. Made with zesty lime juice and a hint of honey, it ties all the ingredients together, creating a delicious medley.
Use Fresh Lime Juice
One of the secrets to this salad’s fresh taste lies in using both freshly squeezed lime juice and its grated zest. Avoid substituting bottled juice or omitting the zest, because these fresh ingredients make all the difference!
Prepare Corn Salad with Lime Dressing Ahead of Time
One of the best things about this corn salad is how easy it is to prepare. You can chop the vegetables a day in advance, making for quick assembly when you’re ready to serve. Just store the chopped veggies in separate containers or sandwich bags in the refrigerator until you’re ready to mix them into the salad.
Cooking the Corn
Although you can use raw corn for this recipe, cooking it first enhances its flavor. A quick stir-fry in a skillet with a bit of butter or olive oil for just a couple of minutes is all you need. After cooking, let it cool for a few minutes before adding it to your salad. This simple step makes a difference in taste!
Enjoying the Corn Salad with Lime Dressing
Once you’ve combined the fresh ingredients and dressed them in that delicious honey-lime mixture, you can serve it chilled, making it an ideal option for warm days. While this corn salad keeps well in the refrigerator, you’ll want to savor it right away for the best flavor.
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Corn Salad with Lime Dressing
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 cups (about 6 ears) fresh corn, cooked & cooled
- ½ cup tomato, chopped and seeds removed
- ¼ cup green pepper, diced
- ½ cup cucumber, chopped
- ¼ cup purple onion, chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, minced
- ¼ cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium jalapeno, minced
- 5 slices cooked bacon, chopped (optional)
Dressing
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 lime zested
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Stir together all the vegetable ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix together all the dressing ingredients. Stir until well blended.
- Add the dressing to the vegetables and stir. If using bacon, add it to the salad and stir it in. Serve chilled.