Best Summer Corn And Blueberry Salad Recipes

SUMMER CORN & BLUEBERRY SALAD

Summer Corn & Blueberry Salad image

I found this in a magazine and thought it sounded so unusual and an unexpected combination so gave it a try for an upcoming get together -- everyone LOVED it at the party and I've made it again since and served to a big crowd who oohed and ahhed and asked for the recipe! Enjoy. 25 min prep; chill overnight optional

Provided by LylR9860

Categories Berries

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 ears of fresh sweet corn, husked
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt (plus additional for water)

Steps:

In a dutch oven bring salted water to boiling. Add corn. Cook, covered, 5 minutes, or until tender.
When cool enough to handle, cut corn from cobs. In a serving bowl combine corn, blueberries, cucumber, red onion, cilantro and jalapeno.
For dressing, in screw-top jar combine lime juice, oil, honey, cumin and 1/2 tsp salt. Cover, shake well to combine. Add to salad and toss.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 209.8, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9.5, Protein 3.6

CORN & BLUEBERRY SALAD

Corn & Blueberry Salad image

This colorful make-ahead salad is from the June 2010 issue of Better Homes and Gardens. It's an unusual combination flavors, colors and shapes that makes this a pretty and tasty salad.

Provided by Wish I Could Cook

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 ears fresh corn
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

Cook corn in boiling water for 5 minutes or until tender. (Or roast on grill.).
In serving bowl combine corn, blueberries, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno.
For dressing, combine lime juice, oil, honey, cumin, and 1/2 t salt. Combine well. Add to salad and toss.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 16, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9.5, Protein 3.6

WHITE BALSAMIC BLUEBERRY, CORN AND FETA SALAD

White Balsamic Blueberry, Corn and Feta Salad image

I'm not typically a huge fan of summer corn, but when it comes to this sweet, salty, refreshing salad, I can't put my fork down. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 medium ears sweet corn
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat about 20 minutes or until tender, turning often. Cut string and peel back husks. Cool slightly. Cut corn from cobs; transfer to a large bowl., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, chives, salt and pepper. Pour over corn; toss to coat. Gently fold in blueberries and feta. Garnish with additional chives as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges