Summer Corn Salad

This vibrant and refreshing corn salad is a delightful side dish, perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or as a light meal. Combining sweet corn kernels with juicy tomatoes, crisp onions, and aromatic basil, all tossed in a simple basil vinaigrette, it offers a burst of fresh flavors in every bite.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 6 ears of corn, husked and cleaned

• 3 large tomatoes, diced

• 1 large onion, diced

• ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

• ¼ cup olive oil

• 2 tablespoons white vinegar

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

2. Add the corn and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, or until tender.

3. Drain the corn and allow it to cool.

4. Once cooled, cut the kernels off the cob using a sharp knife.

5. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced tomatoes, diced onion, and chopped basil.

6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white vinegar, salt, and pepper.

7. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to combine.

8. Chill the salad in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
   
   

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 274

• Total Fat: 16g

• Saturated Fat: 2g

• Cholesterol: 0mg

• Sodium: 382mg

• Total Carbohydrate: 34g

• Dietary Fiber: 5g

• Sugars: 10g

• Protein: 6g

• Vitamin C: 27mg

• Calcium: 30mg

• Iron: 1mg

• Potassium: 644mg