Best 5 Confetti Corn Salad Recipes

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Confetti corn salad is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that is packed with flavor. It is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and summer gatherings. The main ingredient in confetti corn salad is fresh corn, which is combined with a variety of other ingredients, such as tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro. The salad is then dressed with a citrusy vinaigrette that brings all of the flavors together. Confetti corn salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the taste of summer. It is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

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CONFETTI CORN SALAD (INA GARTEN BACK TO BASICS)



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Another great one from Ina Garten. This is from her Back to Basics cookbook from 2008. Perfect when you have tons of corn when it is in season and want a colorful and flavorful dish to accompany any meal really. Perfect at bbqs, cookouts, everyday dinners and get togethers. Enjoy! ChefDLH

Provided by ChefDLH

Categories     Corn

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 small orange bell pepper, 1/2-inch diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups corn (Fresh kernels cut from 5 ears yellow or white corn)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives (or all 3) or 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves (or all 3)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large saute pan. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes, until the onion is soft. Stir in the bell pepper and saute for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Over medium heat, add the corn, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until the corn just loses its starchiness. Season to taste, gently stir in the basil or other green herbs, and serve hot.

CONFETTI CORN SALAD



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A quick and tasty salad which makes a great addition to any cookout.

Provided by MECTE

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups sweet kernel corn
¾ cup diced tomato
½ cup diced orange bell pepper
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup diced red onion
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup prepared ranch salad dressing
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided

Steps:

  • Mix corn, tomato, bell pepper, celery, red onion, and garlic in a bowl. Pour ranch dressing over the corn mixture; stir. Fold all but 1 tablespoon cilantro into the corn mixture. Sprinkle reserved cilantro over the salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 4.1 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 158.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CONFETTI CORN COUSCOUS SALAD



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i am having a party tomorrow so i started out with my basic corn salad, left out the cheese, and embellished. it tastes great!

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 30-40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

16 ounces quick couscous or 12 ounces israeli couscous
3 lbs frozen corn, thawed and cooked,let cool.
2 (12 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed in cold water
8 ounces chopped red onions
3 ounces chopped green peppers
3 ounces chopped yellow peppers
3 ounces chopped orange bell peppers
3 ounces chopped red peppers
3 small zucchini, halved and thinly sliced- use a mandoline
1 cup kalamata olive, pitted and sliced
1 1/2 cups olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram

Steps:

  • if using quick cook couscous, cook 2 boxes according to package directions (boil water, add couscous, remove from heat cover for 5 minutes).
  • if using israeli couscous, steam or boil for 13 minutes, remove from heat.
  • if boiling, drain.
  • in a huge bowl add couscous, corn, and the rest of the salad ingredients.
  • mix dressing ingredients together, add to salad, toss, cover, and refrigerate 1 hour or more.
  • serve at room temperature.

CONFETTI CORN SALAD



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This colorful medley goes with just about any Southwestern entree. It'll surprise you with how fast it comes together, and this salad's anything but ordinary. -Tonia Mahnke of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (7 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 radishes, sliced
1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the corn, olives, peppers and radishes. Add salad dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CONFETTI CORN SALAD



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This is my rendition of another Corn Salad recipe. I made a error in the original recipe, but fixed it by using an additional ingredient. It was a hit!

Provided by Denise Miles

Categories     Other Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 c corn kernels, frozen
1 red bell pepper-chopped
1 green bell pepper-chopped
1 pt cherry tomatoes-cut in half
1 medium sized canned olives-chopped
DRESSING
1/4 c red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large reseable container, Combined first 5 ingrediets.
  • 2. In a seperate small bowl, wisk together all Dressing ingriedients. Pour Dressing over Corn Mixture. Serve at room temperure or chilled. Chilled ovenight is best,that way it can marinate! Leftovers need to be Refridgerated.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, sweet corn. This is the key to a great corn salad. If you can, get your corn from a local farmer's market or farm stand.
  • Cook the corn properly. You want the corn to be cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked corn will be tough and chewy.
  • Let the corn cool completely before adding it to the salad. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your salad. This will add color, flavor, and texture. Some good options include tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, and radishes.
  • Add some herbs or spices to your salad. This will help to give it more flavor. Some good options include cilantro, parsley, basil, thyme, and cumin.
  • Use a light dressing. You don't want to overpower the flavors of the corn and vegetables. A simple vinaigrette or a light mayonnaise-based dressing is a good option.
  • Serve your salad immediately. Corn salad is best when it is fresh. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Confetti corn salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer cookouts and potlucks. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give confetti corn salad a try!

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