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Corn Salsa
Serves 3
15 mins
120 Kcal
Colourful, flavourful, and sweet, the combination of fresh ingredients makes this corn salsa a refreshing and versatile condiment or side dish to serve with chips, tacos, grilled meats, or salads. Corn salsa is the perfect colourful salsa for your occasion. Serve it with chips, tacos, grilled meats, or salad topping. Everyone loves its sweet tenderness harmonising with the tart taste of lime, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Classic corn salsa is usually made with cooked or grilled corn kernels, diced tomatoes, red onions, and a healthy amount of fresh cilantro. A squeeze of lime and a pinch of salt will add brightness to the dish and enhance the flavours. Even with some heat from chopped jalapeños or green chillies, the salsa is manageable for anyone without much of a sense of scorching hot sauces. Other ingredients include bell peppers, avocado, black beans, etc. The preparation of corn salsa is straightforward and fast. First, grill or boil the corn, get the kernels off the cob, and mix them in a bowl with all the other ingredients, mixing it well. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to individual taste. The flavours are best when the salsa is left to marinate for a few minutes before serving. Whether as a dip at any party or as some fresh topping to your favourite Mexican dishes, the corn salsa recipe is a delightful and healthy addition that can add a zest of flavour to any meal.
Ingredients required for Corn Salsa
- 1 sweet corn
- 1/2 onion
- 1 tomato
- 1/2 capsicum
- 1 jalapeno
- 1/2 cup cilantro
- 1 lime
- 1/8 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt
Cooking steps for Corn Salsa
- 1Explore the recipe of corn salsa. Start by grabbing some sweet corn—fresh, frozen, or canned, but fresh is like the VIP of corn options.
- 2If fresh, boil or steam it for 5-7 minutes, then let it cool before slicing off those golden nuggets.
- 3Now it's chop o'clock! Dice 1/2 an onion for a savoury kick, 1 tomato for juiciness, and 1/2 a capsicum (bonus points for red or yellow because we're here for the drama). For heat, finely chop 1 jalapeño—seeds out if you're not about that spicy life.
- 4Throw all these into a bowl along with the corn, giving it a gentle mix.
- 5Add ¼ cup of chopped coriander because this dish is all about fresh vibes.
- 6Next, squeeze in the juice of 1 lime—think of it as the zingy DJ that ties the party together.
- 7A drizzle of 2 tablespoons olive oil adds smoothness, while a pinch of salt brings it all home. Feeling extra? Add a dash of sugar for a sweet little plot twist.
- 8Taste, adjust, and taste again—because why not?
- 9Serve it up immediately or let it chill for a while (literally) to let those flavours mingle. Perfect with tacos, nachos, or even on a spoon straight from the bowl. Corn Salsa isn't just food—it's a whole mood.