Creamy Corn Salad
A creamy and crunchy salad made with sweet corn, tangy mayonnaise, and fresh bell peppers, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups corn (fresh kernels, canned and drained, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 cup mayonnaise (use full fat for best texture)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for tang and creaminess)
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the corn in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise and sour cream. Stir until the corn is evenly coated.
- Fold in the diced red and green bell peppers and the chopped red onion.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix gently to combine.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour so flavors meld.
- Before serving, give it a quick stir and garnish with fresh cilantro if you like.
Notes
If using fresh corn, briefly blanch or char the ears first for a deeper flavor. Drain canned corn thoroughly to avoid watering down the dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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