Corn Salsa is a delicious, vegan, gluten-free fresh salsa recipe. This Corn Salsa is everything I love – sweet, savory, spicy, crunchy, and fresh. It’s gratifying with nachos or inside the tacos. Perfect 15-minute snack for the crowd.
Corn Salsa is a perfect, fuss-free salsa recipe for backyard bbq, potluck, or party. No need to spend hours in the kitchen.
The corn salad cum salsa makes an excellent, fulfilling lunchbox snack for kids and adults. Pack some munchies on the side and an exciting looking, colorful snack for the lunchbox is ready in less than 15 minutes.
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Anything with plenty of corn kernels in it is my favorite.
I love the sweetness of corn kernels. So I never miss a chance to sneak them in a few of my favorite dishes:
How To Cook Sweet Corn For Salsa
Grilling Method: If you are in a grilling mood then use corn on the cob for this corn salsa recipe. Grill the whole corn on the cob, remove the charred corn kernels, and use them to make the salsa.
Ohh man, they taste super smokey and delicious in the salsa.
Boiling Method: You can boil corn kernels in salted water for 5 – 10 minutes. The moment they are al-dente transfer to a colander or sieve. Allow corn to cool completely before using it in salsa.
Frozen/Tinned Corn: If you are planning to use frozen or tinned corn kernels no need to cook them. Rinse nicely with water to remove starch and preserving juices. Then allow them to sit on a metal colander for 5 – 10 to drain the water completely.
Vegetables: The best part of this salsa recipe is you can add any vegetables of your choice to make it more colorful and tasty.
From finely chopped avocado, bell pepper, tomato (deseeded), to jalapeños, feel free to add vegetables of your liking in the salsa.
Keep in mind that vegetables with a crunch are a great fit for this summer salsa.
What do you eat corn salsa with?
Serve corn salsa with chips or crackers. It can be layered on top of loaded nachos or stuffed inside tacos and quesadillas. Salsa also makes a great side-dish for a meaty BBQ main-course or a burrito bowl.
How to store corn salsa?
If stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container or mason jar, a salsa lasts for a week. At room temperature, it is best to consume any salsa within 2 – 3 hours, especially during the summer season.
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Corn Salsa Recipe
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 Cup corn kernels (fresh)
- 1/2 Cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 Cup finely chopped cucumber
- 1/2 Cup finely chopped red bell pepper or tomato
- 1 green chili (deseeded and chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Juice of one lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/4 Cup finely chopped coriander
- 1/4 Cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Prep Work:
- If you are using fresh and raw corn kernels boil them for 3 – 5 minutes in the salted water.
- Strain in a colander and allow to cool down completely at room temperature.
- Chop all the vegetables and herbs for the salsa. Set aside.
Prepare Salsa:
- In a mixing bowl combine the corn kernels, and vegetables.
- Add lemon juice, salt, red chili flakes, olive oil, and fresh coriander. Mix nicely, taste and adjust the seasoning accordingly.
- Keep salsa in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to develop.
- Serve Corn Salsa with nachos or as a BBQ side-dish.
Recipe Notes:
- You can either grill or boil corn kernels for this salsa recipe.
- If you are planning to use frozen or tinned corn kernels for this salsa recipe then no need to cook them. Rinse nicely with water to get rid of starch and preserving juices.
- Adjust the number of chilies according to personal taste preference.
19 comments
Looks like summertime in a bowl. I can taste it now, sitting by the pool with a margarita nearby. Cannot wait to try this!
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Hina, this looks so good. I love corn recipes 😀
Thank you. Glad you like it 🙂
Healthy and tasty salad
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Definitely gonna try this
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Thank you Jenny for such positive feedback.
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Corn Salsa It looks delicious and I’m sure I’ll taste delicious as well. I’ll try it soon 🙂
Thanks!
Thank You! Glad you like it!
Nice recipe, My father loves corn a lot I am gone try this on Fathers Day. Hope He likes it.
Thank you!
Great! Hope you have a nice Father’s Day