Summer Corn Salad Recipe

Summer Corn Salad Recipe Summer Corn Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Rating 5

This beautiful salad truly captures the summer season. It's chock full of fresh veggies and basil, and feta cheese gives it a rich, tangy flavor the whole family will love. —Priscilla Yee, Concord, California

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Summer Corn Salad Recipe
  • Prep: 20 min. + standing
  • Yield: 4 Servings
15 5 20

Ingredients

  • 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed
  • 1-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

  • In a small bowl, whisk 4 teaspoons oil, lime juice, salt and pepper sauce; set aside.
  • In a large skillet, cook and stir corn in remaining oil over medium-high heat until tender. Transfer to a salad bowl; cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion and basil. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before serving or refrigerate until chilled. Sprinkle with cheese just before serving. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 136 calories, 8 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 4 mg cholesterol, 231 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.

Originally published as Summer Corn Salad in Healthy Cooking August/September 2008, p37

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The History of Feta

FETA is a white, salty, semi-firm cheese. Traditionally it was made from sheep or goat's milk but is now also made with cow's milk. After feta is formed in a special mold, it's sliced into large pieces, salted and soaked in brine. Although feta cheese is mostly associated with Greek cooking, "feta" comes from the Italian word "fette", meaning slice of food.

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Reviewed on Dec. 04, 2012 by beverly1985

Great recipe...followed instructions perfectly and it came out amazing...definately a keeper, so flavorful and moist.

Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2012 by deets17

This is really good and a quick salad to go with chicken, port chops, etc. I think the red onion is a bit too strong (although my husband disagreed), so next time I'll make it with green onions. The leftovers held up well and tasted good 1-2 days later.

Reviewed on Sep. 02, 2012 by twindyann

Sooo easy ....soooo delish

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2012 by Bdub6

Was going to make just as written but the little scamps that reside under our roof ate my last cuke. Fortunately, there was ONE zucchini in the garden. I sauteed it before the corn and felt pretty swanky about how it turned out. Good use of zuke too! Tastes wonderful.

Reviewed on Aug. 08, 2012 by sfprincess

Excellent and easy to make! My stove was broken, so I microwaved the corn and it was fine. I also used white onion and dried basil. It's refreshing and makes for a great part of lunch. :)

Reviewed on Aug. 07, 2012 by whit2kar

Yum!!

Reviewed on Aug. 06, 2012 by lafleur

Wonderful! Such a nice change from the usual salads. My mother asked me if I was sprinkling bleu cheese on it. May try that next time, see how it compares. Great recipe!

Reviewed on Aug. 04, 2012 by Halcyon02

Incredibly fresh, crunchy and cool. Especially when it's so hot outside you don't want a warm salad. The basil makes it!

Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2012 by jmkasprak

I can't agree more with the other reviewers. The dressing is just enough. Perfect.

Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by brennemanrs

This was a great recipe. I took it to a church gathering and everyone loved it. It was very fresh and a great addition to the meal.

Reviewed on Aug. 01, 2010 by Sandi*S

Made this tonight for Mom & me, the guys had regular boring corn. This was EXCELLENT and so easy!!

Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2010 by laurenph31

This is absolutely my FAVORITE thing to make...it's delicious, fresh, SIMPLE, and gets rave reviews from everyone. I always make a double batch and hope for leftovers!

Reviewed on Jun. 09, 2010 by sheriatkins

I was looking for a quick, easy side dish for a summer cook-out. This was amazing! I can't seem to get enough of it. The kids even loved it! It is so fresh and delicious. Definitely a favorite!!

Reviewed on Apr. 17, 2010 by martinna

I diced the tomatoes and served this as salsa with chips. It was a hit!

Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2008 by Pinstripes

Yum! I brought this to a barbecue and it was a great, fresh addition. So good for you, and it smells incredible when you saute it.

Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2008 by Ladypetsitter

What a delicious way to use leftover corn! I also used cukes and cherry tomatoes from my own garden. The dressing compliments rather than overpowers the fresh flavors. Five stars!

 
 

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