Mexican Cucumber Salad with Sweet Corn
This Mexican Cucumber Salad with Sweet Corn is a refreshing blend of crunchy cucumbers, sweet corn, and zesty lime dressing. It's the perfect side dish or light meal, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes (or 40 minutes if you choose to chill before serving)
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
1 cup fresh or frozen sweet corn (if using frozen, thawed)
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, sweet corn, and red onion.
- Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl and mix everything gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, chili powder, or lime juice if desired.
- Serve immediately, or chill for about 30 minutes before serving for an even more refreshing taste.
Notes
- Add some diced avocado for extra creaminess.
- Try swapping fresh corn with grilled corn for a smoky flavor.
- For a spicier kick, you can add a chopped jalapeño pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- Use red bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor.
- For a dairy twist, sprinkle some crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
