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FRESH CORN SALAD



Fresh Corn Salad image

Take advantage of summer's seasonal bounty with Ina Garten's easy Fresh Corn Salad recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, made with fresh basil.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 ears of corn, shucked
1/2 cup small-diced red onion (1 small onion)
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons good olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup julienned fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the corn for 3 minutes until the starchiness is just gone. Drain and immerse it in ice water to stop the cooking and to set the color. When the corn is cool, cut the kernels off the cob, cutting close to the cob.
  • Toss the kernels in a large bowl with the red onions, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Just before serving, toss in the fresh basil. Taste for seasonings and serve cold or at room temperature.

FRESH CORN SALAD



Fresh Corn Salad image

People who prefer food with some tang find this corn salad particularly appealing. It's a pretty dish besides-and very economical. If you're like me and enjoy growing your own ingredients, you won't have to pick up much at the store.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ears fresh corn, husked and cleaned
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 large tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook corn in enough boiling water to cover for 5-7 minutes or until tender. Drain, cool and set aside. , In a large bowl, mix the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, sugar, salt if desired, basil and cayenne pepper. Cut cooled corn off the cob (should measure 4 cups). , Add the corn, tomatoes, onion and peppers to the oil mixture. Mix well. Cover and chill for several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK CORN SALAD



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This sensational salad is a delight to serve because you can make it ahead and it's an easy way to put garden bounty to good use. With colorful ingredients like corn, tomato and green pepper, it's also pretty in the bowl and on your plate. -Rita Reifenstein, Evans City, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups fresh or frozen sweet corn
3/4 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine vegetables; stir in dressing. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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