Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad combining sweet corn, crunchy vegetables, creamy dressing, and crispy bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups frozen corn, thawed and drained
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed corn, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion.
- Add the grated cheddar cheese and gently toss to distribute evenly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the corn and vegetable mixture, stirring until well coated.
- Fold in the crispy bacon bits and half of the cilantro.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with remaining cilantro. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh corn for better flavor and consider adding black beans for protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg