Imagine a vibrant, refreshing salad that captures the essence of summer in just one bite - our Corn Tomato Mint Salad is exactly that culinary magic! This vegan and gluten-free dish is not just a side, but a flavor explosion that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering masterpiece. With sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and bright mint, this recipe is so easy and quick to prepare that you'll want to make it every single day. Get ready to impress your friends and family with a salad that's as beautiful as it is delicious!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups corn, cooked
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Ensure the corn is cooked and cooled to room temperature. If using fresh corn, grill or boil the corn until tender, then cut the kernels off the cob.
- Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
- Carefully wash and finely chop the fresh mint leaves, ensuring they are clean and dry.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked corn kernels and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Add the chopped fresh mint to the corn and tomato mixture.
- In a small separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lime juice to create a simple dressing.
- Pour the olive oil and lime juice dressing over the corn, tomato, and mint mixture.
- Gently toss all ingredients to ensure even coating with the dressing.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting according to preference.
- Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld together before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light summer salad.
Tips
- • For maximum flavor, use fresh corn kernels cut directly off the cob when in season • Make sure to use ripe, sweet cherry tomatoes for the best taste • Chop mint leaves right before adding to preserve their vibrant flavor and aroma • Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend • For extra freshness, chill the salad in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving • Can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days • Consider adding crumbled feta cheese for a non-vegan variation • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best dressing flavor
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
