Sweet corn salad

Enjoy a vibrant Sweet Corn Salad bursting with flavors from fresh sweet corn, red peppers, onions, and aromatic parsley. Lightly seasoned with olive oil, salt, and white pepper for a refreshing summer dish.

  • 23 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Sweet corn salad

This vibrant and refreshing sweet corn salad is a perfect blend of sweetness and crunch, making it an ideal dish for summer gatherings or as a light side dish to any meal. It's packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, offering a delightful burst of flavors and colors.

Ingredients:

1 tsp olive oil
4.50g
1 cup red pepper
90g
1 cup onion
120g
1/2 tsp salt
3g
1/4 tsp white pepper
0.60g
1 tbsp parsley
5g
3 cups sweet corn
410g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Start by dicing the red pepper and chopping the onion finely. Set the vegetables aside.
- Measure out the olive oil, salt, white pepper, and fresh parsley.
2. Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and diced red pepper to the skillet.
- Sauté the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and the red pepper is tender.
3. Season the Mixture:
- Sprinkle in the salt and white pepper, stirring well to combine.
4. Combine with Sweet Corn:
- Add the cooked sweet corn to the skillet, mixing thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of the vegetables and seasonings.
- Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sweet corn is warmed through and well-mixed with the other ingredients.
5. Finish with Basil:
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.
- Mix well to incorporate the parsley into the salad.
6. Serve:
- Transfer the sweet corn salad to a serving bowl.
- Serve warm or at room temperature as a delicious side dish or a light main course.

Tips:

- Consider grilling the corn for a few minutes before adding it to the salad for an extra layer of smoky flavor.

- Make sure to evenly dice the red pepper and onion for a consistent texture and better presentation.

- Fresh parsley works best for this recipe, but if you don't have it on hand, you can substitute with fresh basil or cilantro for a different twist.

- Allow the salad to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

- You can add other veggies like cherry tomatoes or cucumbers for added freshness and texture.

With its simple preparation and delicious mix of flavors, this sweet corn salad is sure to become a favorite at your table. Enjoy the fresh, natural sweetness of the corn paired with the colorful crunch of red pepper and onions, all brought together by the subtle aroma of parsley.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size160 grams
Energy
Calories 81kcal4%
Protein
Protein 2.80g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 18g5%
Fiber 3.07g8%
Sugar 7g7%
Fat
Fat 2.45g3%
Saturated 0.43g1%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 40ug4%
Choline 22mg4%
Vitamin B1 0.07mg5%
Vitamin B2 0.12mg9%
Vitamin B3 1.28mg8%
Vitamin B6 0.14mg8%
Vitamin B9 54ug14%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 33mg37%
Vitamin E 0.46mg3%
Vitamin K 1.24ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 9mg1%
Copper, Cu 0.05mg5%
Iron, Fe 0.45mg4%
Magnesium, Mg 18mg4%
Phosphorus, P 60mg5%
Potassium, K 240mg7%
Selenium, Se 0.64ug1%
Sodium, Na 500mg33%
Zinc, Zn 0.44mg4%
Water
Water 130g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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