New Zealand Corn Salad

Bright, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, New Zealand Corn Salad is the perfect fusion of fresh produce and zesty dressing, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or year-round healthy eating. This quick and easy salad highlights sweet, tender corn complemented by the crunch of red and yellow bell peppers, crisp cucumber, and the sharp tang of red onion, all tied together with a cilantro-lime dressing infused with a hint of honey and ground cumin. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and no cooking required, it’s a refreshing, colorful side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a light vegetarian delight. Whether served immediately or chilled for a crisper bite, this corn salad is sure to become your new go-to recipe for bringing bold, nutrient-packed flavors to the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Fresh corn kernels
• 1 large Red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 large English cucumber, finely chopped
• 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh corn kernels, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 4

Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for a cooler, more refreshing taste.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1440.7 grams (1440.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1107

Total Fat 51.20g	66%
Saturated Fat 7.80g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1305mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 162.40g	59%
Dietary Fiber 25.90g	93%
Total Sugars 66.20g
Protein 27.10g	54%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149mg	11%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 3026mg	64%

*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: 37.8%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 53.3%