How to Make Southwestern-Style Corn Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you are looking for a refreshing and flavorful side dish to complement your summer grilling menu, then this Southwestern-style corn salad is the perfect choice. Packed with fresh vegetables, zesty spices, and a tangy lime dressing, this salad is a celebration of the vibrant flavors of the Southwest.

This salad is a wonderful marriage of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors, making it a delicious complement to grilled meats, seafood, or even as a standalone dish. The combination of crunc...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • ⅔ cup chopped red bell pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Combine corn, green onions, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, cumin, and thyme together in a small bowl until well combined. Add dressing to the corn mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    161 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 67mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 212mg