Summertime fresh corn salad
Indulge in the flavors of summer with this enticing fresh corn salad recipe. Bursting with vibrant colors and a medley of crisp, sweet, and tangy tastes.
Ingredients:
- 2 fresh ears corn, shucked
- 1 cup fresh baby carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 fresh jalapeno, minced
- 1/2 cup pitted black olives, chopped
- 3/4 cup sliced scallions
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomato
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/8 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
Instructions:
- Partially cook corn and carrots in boiling salted water for 4 minutes, then strain out the water.
- Remove corn kernels from cobs and finely dice carrots.
- Mix together all components (discard corn cobs) for the salad and chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
Summary:
- Calories: 819 kcal
- Fat: 54 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Carbs: 74 g
- Potassium: 1542 mg
- Magnesium: 147 mg