Description
Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad is a delightful summer dish that perfectly blends vibrant flavors and refreshing textures. This salad features the smoky sweetness of grilled corn combined with the crispness of fresh cucumbers, all enveloped in a creamy, zesty dressing. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a light meal on warm days, this versatile recipe will impress your guests and elevate any gathering. With its bold flavors from chili powder and lime juice, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients from wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt and fresh vegetables. Prepare it quickly in under 30 minutes for an effortless addition to your summer menu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ears of corn
- 1 large cucumber
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Grill the corn on medium-high heat for about 10-12 minutes until tender and charred. Let cool.
- Remove the kernels from the cob and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and cilantro to the bowl; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with additional cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg