Refreshing Corn Salsa
Experience a burst of summer flavors with this vibrant corn salsa! Combining sweet corn, zesty lime, and fresh herbs, it’s a delightful addition to any gathering. Perfect for dipping or as a topping, this easy-to-make dish will impress your guests and elevate your snack game!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels (or canned, drained)
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 jalapeños, diced (adjust for spice preference)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the onion and jalapeños and chopping the cilantro.
- If using fresh corn, remove the kernels from 3-4 ears to yield about 3 cups.
- In a large bowl, mix corn, red onion, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice until evenly combined.
- Sprinkle with salt and toss again to distribute seasoning. Adjust lime juice or salt to taste.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your salsa by adding black beans or avocado for extra texture. For added heat, incorporate crushed red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; enjoy cold.