Description
A refreshing and vibrant Garden-Fresh Corn Salad bursting with crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a tangy olive oil vinaigrette. Perfect as a light side dish for summer meals or picnics, this easy-to-make salad combines sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, crunchy radishes, and optional spicy jalapeño, all brought together with a bright, garlicky dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 3 cups raw corn kernels (from about 4 cobs)
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
- ¾ cup chopped green onion
- 1 cup quartered and thinly sliced cucumber
- ½ cup chopped radishes
- 1 medium jalapeño, very thinly sliced (optional)
- ½ cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, dill, mint, parsley, and/or cilantro)
Dressing
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red or white apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Diced avocado
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine raw corn kernels, chopped tomato, chopped green onion, quartered and thinly sliced cucumber, chopped radishes, very thinly sliced jalapeño (if using), and chopped fresh herbs.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended and emulsified.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all components evenly with the vinaigrette.
- Add Garnish: Garnish the salad with crumbled feta cheese or diced avocado if desired, adding a creamy texture and complementary flavor to the fresh vegetables.
- Serve or Chill: Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use fresh, raw corn for the best sweetness and texture; blanching the corn is optional but not required.
- The jalapeño adds a spicy kick—leave it out if you prefer a milder salad.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days; flavors improve with time.
- Feel free to mix and match herbs depending on what you have on hand or your preference.
- Adding feta or avocado provides a creamy contrast but can be omitted or substituted as desired.
