Description
A light and refreshing summer salad featuring sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and fresh herbs, tossed in a simple olive oil and lemon dressing.
Ingredients
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- 3 ears fresh corn, kernels removed
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook corn kernels for 2–3 minutes until just tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine corn, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, basil, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- For extra flavor, grill the corn before cutting off the kernels.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.
- Use heirloom tomatoes for added color and sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg