Crack Corn Salad Recipe
A refreshing and zesty Crack Corn Salad combining sweet corn, fresh cilantro, tangy lime, and a blend of vibrant spices. Perfect as a light snack or a flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: If using fresh corn, cook and cool the kernels; if frozen, thaw completely. Chop the cilantro finely and juice the lime.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the corn, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir the mixture gently but well to ensure all ingredients and spices are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
- Serve: Remove from fridge, give a final stir, and serve cold as a side dish or snack.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels according to taste; add more chili powder for extra heat.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor impact.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Optional: Add diced red onion or jalapeño for more flavor complexity.
Keywords: corn salad, crack corn salad, cilantro lime corn, summer salad, no-cook salad, spicy corn salad
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