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Street Corn Cucumber Salad

Street Corn Cucumber Salad: Your New Favorite Summer Treat

This Street Corn Cucumber Salad is a refreshing summer must-try, combining crunchy cucumbers and sweet corn in a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Kernels Thawed
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Crumbled, can be replaced with vegan cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, can substitute with parsley
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use vegan mayonnaise for a dairy-free version
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Salad Bowl
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk
  • microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice them into thin rounds, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick, and place in a large salad bowl.
  2. Microwave the frozen corn kernels for about 2-3 minutes until thawed. Fold the corn into the bowl with the cucumbers.
  3. Sprinkle the crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro over the mixture and stir carefully.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
  6. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving.
  7. Serve immediately for the best crunch or refrigerate for up to an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust the dressing to your taste preference. This salad is meal prep friendly; store without dressing until ready to serve.

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