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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad: A Cool Summer Twist

This Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad combines grilled corn and cucumber for a refreshing summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 ears Corn Grilled and kernels removed
  • 1 large Cucumber Diced, English cucumbers work well
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Substitute with dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Omit for lighter dressing
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to spice preference
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the corn for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until slightly charred.
  2. While the corn cools, dice the cucumber, chop the red onion, and cilantro. Combine in a large mixing bowl with the grilled corn.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, stir the salad, adjusting seasoning as necessary. Garnish with additional cilantro or chili powder if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best taste. Add dressing just before serving to keep cucumbers crisp.

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