Fiesta Cucumber Corn Salad

Brighten up your table with a burst of color and flavor in this Fiesta Cucumber Corn Salad, a refreshing, no-cook recipe that’s packed with vibrant summer produce. Juicy fresh corn kernels, crisp English cucumber, sweet grape tomatoes, and zesty red onion are tossed with a tangy lime-cumin dressing, creating a medley of textures and bold flavors. A touch of honey enhances the natural sweetness, while chopped cilantro adds a fresh herbal note. For an extra layer of indulgence, sprinkle creamy, crumbly cotija cheese on top. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy side dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any gathering where you need a quick and healthy salad that tastes as good as it looks. Whether served immediately or chilled to let the flavors meld, this corn salad will quickly become a crowd favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 3 ears of corn)
• 1 whole English cucumber
• 1.5 cups grape tomatoes
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
• 1 whole lime (zested and juiced)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup cotija cheese (optional, crumbled)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh corn kernels, diced cucumber, halved grape tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, honey, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl and toss well to evenly coat.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice.

Step 5

If desired, sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese on top for additional flavor and creaminess.

Step 6

Serve immediately for the freshest flavor or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1371.6 grams (1371.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1109

Total Fat 54.50g	70%
Saturated Fat 17.90g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 2181mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 147.70g	54%
Dietary Fiber 24.00g	86%
Total Sugars 59.50g
Protein 38.80g	78%

Vitamin D 13IU	64%
Calcium 581mg	45%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2812mg	60%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.7%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 47.8%