Ranch Corn Salad

Bright, zesty, and bursting with flavor, this Ranch Corn Salad is the perfect side dish for summer gatherings, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Featuring sweet corn kernels—fresh, canned, or frozen—paired with juicy grape tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and vibrant red onion, this salad offers a refreshing crunch in every bite. Tossed in a creamy ranch and lime dressing and topped with shredded cheddar cheese for an extra layer of richness, this salad is as delicious as it is easy to prepare. For a smoky twist, add crumbled bacon to take it to the next level! Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-hassle recipe is a crowd-pleaser that can be made ahead and served chilled. Perfect for hot days, Ranch Corn Salad is a celebration of fresh, simple ingredients coming together in the most irresistible way.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn or substitute with canned or frozen)
• 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup ranch dressing
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)

Directions

Step 1

If using fresh corn, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the corn ears and cook for 3–5 minutes, until tender. Remove and allow to cool before cutting kernels off the cob.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, grape tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped cilantro.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and lime juice. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.

Step 4

Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 5

If desired, fold in the crumbled bacon for extra flavor.

Step 6

Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1310.9 grams (1310.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1857

Total Fat 122.00g	156%
Saturated Fat 36.80g	184%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 219mg	73%
Sodium 4999mg	217%
Total Carbohydrate 139.70g	51%
Dietary Fiber 21.60g	77%
Total Sugars 50.70g
Protein 85.30g	171%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 582mg	45%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 2796mg	59%

*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: 55.0%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 28.0%