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Corn Salad

Corn Salad

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If you’re craving a vibrant and refreshing dish to brighten up your meal, this Corn Salad is an absolute must-try! Bursting with fresh ingredients and zesty flavors, it’s perfect for family barbecues, potlucks, or as a light weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large ears of fresh corn
  • 1 ½ cups diced bell pepper (red and green)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup diced English cucumber
  • ½ cup finely diced red onion
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¾ cup Cotija cheese (or vegan cheese for a lighter option)
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • ¼ cup lime juice (can sub lemon juice)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  1. Cook the corn by grilling or boiling until tender. Let it cool slightly before cutting the kernels off the cob.
  2. While the corn cools, chop the bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together avocado oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, dried parsley, black pepper, cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder for the dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine corn kernels and prepared veggies. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently until well combined. If making ahead of time, wait to add cheese until serving.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!

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