Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad (Print Version)

Sweet corn, crisp cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes tossed in a zesty lime-chili cream dressing for a refreshing summer side.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
02 - 1 medium English cucumber, diced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Cheese

06 - 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

07 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
08 - 1/3 cup sour cream
09 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
10 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Cook the corn kernels in a pot of boiling water for 5–7 minutes, until just tender but still crisp. Drain and let cool completely.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the cooled corn, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
04 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
05 - Top with crumbled feta cheese and additional cilantro if desired. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for a colder, more refreshing salad.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its like street corn decided to crash a garden party and everyone won
  • The creamy zesty dressing makes every bite feel like a tiny celebration
02 -
  • Grilling the corn first adds smoky depth that makes this salad unforgettable
  • Letting it chill for 30 minutes transforms good into absolutely incredible
03 -
  • Pat your thawed frozen corn completely dry before mixing to prevent watery dressing
  • Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes so flavors can really get to know each other
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