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    Recipes » Salad Recipes » Southern Salads

    Easy Corn Salad

    Published: Jul 31, 2018 · Modified: Jul 31, 2020 by Marissa Stevens · 20 Comments

    Gluten FreeVegetarian

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    Fresh Corn Salad served in a ceramic bowl

    Make this easy Corn Salad with kernels cut fresh from the cob. Imagine the pop of sweet corn, buttery avocado, juicy tomato and peppery arugula all tossed in a tangy lemon dressing - you won't believe how much flavor so few ingredients deliver. It's the perfect pair for anything you're grilling and always welcome at summer parties and BBQs.

    Corn Salad with Arugula served

    I make this Corn Salad recipe all summer long, starting from the moment we can buy fresh, sweet corn on the cob. It's hearty enough to enjoy for a light lunch and perfect alongside Grilled Lamb Chops, Grilled Shrimp, Chicken Kabobs, Carne Asada or Corn Cakes for a simple summer meal. Though it's delicious with raw corn, I often make it with freshly grilled corn cut from the cob using the method from this Mexican Street Corn Salad. Use any fresh corn on the cob that you like: yellow, white or bi-color (my favorite!), any variety works well (and be sure to make Corn Stock with the cobs).

    Other Must Try Summer Salad Recipes!

    • Creamy Cucumber Salad (easy, creamy, delicious, and low calorie!)
    • Zucchini Salad (with feta, pine nuts, and fresh lemon - heavenly!)
    • Greek Salad (fabulous with anything you're grilling!)
    • Strawberry Spinach Salad (Always a hit!)
    • Arugula Salad (So easy and the lemony, honey kissed dressing is amazing!)
    • Corn Maque Choux (An easy recipe for the Southern classic!)

    How to Make Corn Salad

    Step 1: With a sharp knife, cut kernels from ears of corn close to the cob. Halve cherry tomatoes and dice avocado.

    Cutting Corn from the Cob
    halving cherry tomatoes
    Scooping out diced avocado

    Step 2: Place fresh corn kernels, arugula, cherry tomato halves and diced avocado in a serving bowl.

    adding tomatoes and avocado to fresh corn salad

    Step 3: Whisk together fresh lemon juice and olive oil until combined; season to taste with salt and pepper.

    Squeezing fresh lemon juice
    pouring olive oil into lemon juice
    Adding Salt and Pepper to Dressing
    whisking dressing

    Step 4: Pour dressing over salad and gently toss to coat. Top with shaved or grated parmesan cheese and serve.

    pouring dressing over salad
    tossing fresh corn salad
    shaving parmesan cheese

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    Corn Salad with Arugula

    Easy Corn Salad Recipe

    Marissa Stevens
    In ten minutes you can assemble this flavorful salad to compliment almost anything you can think of to grill. A simple summer supper. This salad is very lightly dressed – don’t worry, the flavor and moisture are just right.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 220 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 ears fresh corn shucked
    • 5 ounces arugula
    • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
    • 1 large avocado diced
    • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
    • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • 2 ounces parmesan cheese thinly shaved or grated

    Instructions
     

    • With a sharp knife, cut kernels from ears of corn, close to the cob.
    • Place arugula in a serving bowl large enough for tossing. Top with corn, tomatoes and avocado.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice and olive oil until emulsified. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
    • Pour dressing over corn mixture and gently toss to coat salad evenly. Top with shaved or grated parmesan cheese and serve.

    Notes

    This recipe is also delicious made with freshly grilled corn cut from the cob. For the grilling method, see this recipe for Mexican Corn Salad.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 256mgPotassium: 534mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1615IUVitamin C: 39.7mgCalcium: 238mgIron: 1.7mg
    Keyword 4th of July, easy, Memorial Day, summer, vegetarian
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    1. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      August 06, 2018 at 4:26 am

      5 stars
      Summer wouldn't be summer without delicious corn salad Marissa! I make it quite often through the summer months and have never thought to add avocado! What have I been thinking? Thanks so much for the inspiration. Can't wait to try your recipe!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:10 am

        So true, Mary Ann - corn salad is a summer must! So excited for you to try this version! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

      August 04, 2018 at 8:56 pm

      I'm a huge fan of corn and corn salad! I think it's the juiciness and sweetness of corn that appeals to me so much 😀

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:11 am

        I agree, Lorraine! I love that sweet crunch!

        Reply
    3. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

      August 02, 2018 at 5:16 pm

      5 stars
      This beautiful salad is seriously the epitome of summer! And, it's proof that fresh, well paired, simple ingredients really can transform into something outrageously delicious! I can't get enough corn when it's in season, so you can bet this salad is going to be happening in our kitchen on the regular!! Pinning to make! Cheers!!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:22 am

        What a sweet comment, Cheyanne! Thank you! It's so true that delicious meals come together easily when you have great ingredients!

        Reply
    4. annie@ciaochowbambina says

      August 02, 2018 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      This salad just screams summer! I too made a salad using fresh corn! Great minds, my friend! 😉

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:23 am

        haha, love it! Thank you, Annie!

        Reply
    5. Mimi says

      August 02, 2018 at 1:38 pm

      I love this! I use all of the other ingredients in my salads, but why not corn? And corn is everywhere in Oklahoma! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:23 am

        Wonderful, Mimi! I'm so excited for you to try it in salad!

        Reply
    6. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

      August 01, 2018 at 6:36 am

      This is exactly how I like to eat in the summer! Light and fresh is the way to my heart :). This salad looks awesome!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:24 am

        Thank you so much, Kelsie!

        Reply
    7. David @ Spiced says

      August 01, 2018 at 5:12 am

      Yes! I love bi-color corn, too, Marissa. It's a bit hard to find around here, but I can usually put my hands on some at least once a summer. And I know exactly how I want to use it now! This salad sounds delicious, and it would go well next to all sorts of grilled foods. Yum for sure!! Happy August (!!), my friend!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:25 am

        Thank you so much, David! And, seriously, how is it already August!?

        Reply
    8. sherry says

      July 31, 2018 at 9:08 pm

      yum this looks so fresh and delicious!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:26 am

        Thank you, Sherry!

        Reply
    9. Liz says

      July 31, 2018 at 5:39 pm

      5 stars
      So simple and delicious! I love summer salads like this---especially since sweet corn is at its prime!!!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:26 am

        Yes! Such a fleeting season for it - can't get enough this time of year. 🙂

        Reply
    10. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

      July 31, 2018 at 4:28 pm

      5 stars
      I could eat this all summer long too....all year for that matter! Love all the flavours going on here, Marissa....there's absolutely nothing I don't like. Big ol' yum, my friend!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        August 08, 2018 at 11:26 am

        Thanks so much, Dawn!

        Reply

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