Mexican Corn Salad Recipe

This vibrant Mexican Corn Salad is the perfect side dish to elevate your next fiesta! Sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, and zesty jalapenos come together in a refreshing salad that's ready in under 20 minutes. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it's a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to add a delicious kick to any Mexican meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 173.5 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Corn Salad

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How to Make Mexican Corn Salad

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 2 cups of fresh or frozen corn, 1 cup diced bell pepper (any color), 1 cup diced zucchini, 1/2 cup chopped green onions, and 1-2 jalapeños, finely minced (adjust to your spice preference).
  3. Sauté the vegetables until tender-crisp, about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and let the vegetable mixture cool completely in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of your favorite salsa (mild, medium, or hot), and 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro.
  6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

28g

Carbs

7g