Best 20 Corn Tomato Salad Recipes

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Corn and tomato salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or light meals. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious salad that is both healthy and satisfying. The sweetness of the corn and the tanginess of the tomatoes blend perfectly together, while the addition of herbs and seasonings adds depth and complexity to the dish. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or one with a modern twist, there are countless variations of corn and tomato salad to explore. So gather your ingredients, grab a bowl, and get ready to enjoy the vibrant flavors of this summer staple.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH CORN AND TOMATO SALAD



Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 ears fresh corn, shucked
2 cups red or orange grape tomatoes, halved
8 ounces mozzarella pearls or fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt and some pepper in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth dressing.
  • Shear off the corn kernels with a sharp knife over a bowl (you should have about 4 cups). Toss in the tomatoes, mozzarella and scallions. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Cover and let stand for at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours. Before serving, tear the basil over the salad and stir.

SWEET CORN-TOMATO SALAD



Sweet Corn-Tomato Salad image

I always make this for family events and parties. It reminds me of all the fun barbecues and picnics over the years. Fresh corn and basil make a huge difference in this recipe. -Jessica Kleinbaum, Plant City, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 medium ears sweet corn, husked
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
DRESSING:
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place corn in a large stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes; drain. Cool slightly. Cut corn from cobs and place in a large bowl. Stir in red pepper, tomatoes, onion and basil., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour over corn mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CONTEST-WINNING TOMATO CORN SALAD



Contest-Winning Tomato Corn Salad image

Warm and colorful, this tantalizing side dish bursts with refreshing vegetable flavor. Fresh herbs and Dijon mustard add the pizzazz. - Carrie Componile, Roselle Park, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh corn (about 9 ears of corn)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a large skillet, saute corn in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in mustard. Add to vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHERRY TOMATO CORN SALAD



Cherry Tomato Corn Salad image

Brighten a picnic lunch or backyard barbecue with this cheerful, fresh-tasting salad. If you use want to use sweet corn off the cob, saute the corn for 5 minutes in a skillet before adding to the salad. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the basil, oil, lime juice, sugar, salt and pepper; shake well. , In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes and cucumber. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CILANTRO TOMATO CORN SALAD



Cilantro Tomato Corn Salad image

Very quick and tasty sidedish that can be altered to taste, almost every ingredient except the corn is optional. Very pretty side dish also. I've made this for many different people and haven't had one complaint yet. It's especially good if you just don't have the time to cook but don't want junk food.

Provided by Ds R.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ears fresh corn in husks
¼ cup butter, melted
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
½ small red onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch salt-free lemon-herb seasoning (such as Mrs. Dash)

Steps:

  • Peel back corn husks, but leave them attached at the bottom. Remove the silks, and fold husks back up over the corn. Place on a dinner plate, and cook in the microwave for 5 minutes on High power, turning corn once half way through. Cool until cool enough to touch, then slice corn kernels from the cob and place them in a serving bowl.
  • Stir butter into the corn along with the tomatoes, jalapeno, red onion, garlic and cilantro. Season with salt, pepper, and seasoning blend. Mix well, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary. Some people like the salad warm, but I prefer to chill it a little before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 97.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CORN TOMATO SALAD



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This simple recipe is a great use for leftover sweet summer corn on the cob. Light and quick, it's a great addition to summer meals.

Provided by SMITH8CLAN

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ears corn, husked and cleaned
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
½ red onion, diced
1 medium tomato, diced
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes, until kernels are tender but crisp. Drain, cool slightly, and use a knife to scrape kernels from the cobs.
  • In a large bowl, mix the corn kernels, red bell pepper, onion, tomato, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic. Season with pepper. Chill 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 14.6 mg, Sugar 5 g

GRILLED CORN AND TOMATO SALAD



Grilled Corn and Tomato Salad image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ears sweet corn, unhusked
Kosher salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeds and ribs removed, minced
Zest and juice of 3 limes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and diced
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
6 scallions, thinly sliced
3/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Soak the corn in its husks in a bowl of heavily salted water overnight in the refrigerator. Keep the ears submerged below the surface of the water with a plate weighted down with a heavy can.
  • Prepare and preheat your lump charcoal grill to medium low.
  • Put the corn, still in its husks, on the grill, cover, and cook, turning occasionally, for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the garlic, jalapeño and a large pinch of salt. Add the lime zest, lime juice and olive oil and whisk to combine. Add the avocado, tomatoes, scallions and cilantro and toss gently to combine.
  • Remove the corn from the grill. When cool enough to handle, peel back the husks, discard the silk and slice the kernels off the cobs with a knife. Add to the bowl of vegetables. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND CORN SALAD



Tomato, Cucumber and Corn Salad image

You can serve this refreshing mixture as a salad, as a topping for whole grains or as a salsa with grilled fish or chicken.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 to 1 1/4 pounds ripe tomatoes, cut in small dice
1/2 European cucumber, 2 Persian cucumbers or 1 regular cucumber, peeled if waxy, seeded if the seeds are large, and cut in small dice
2 ears corn, steamed for 4 minutes and kernels removed from the cob
1 to 2 serranos or jalapeño pepper, minced (seeded for a milder salad), or 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
Salt to taste
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Optional: 1 ounce feta, crumbled (about 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Mix together all of the ingredients. Let sit in or out of the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving, then toss again.

TOMATO, AVOCADO AND GRILLED CORN SALAD



Tomato, Avocado and Grilled Corn Salad image

With ripe tomatoes, fresh basil and grilled corn, this bright salad tastes just like summertime! —Angela Spengler, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium ear sweet corn, husks removed
3 large red tomatoes, sliced
3 large yellow tomatoes, sliced
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil, plus more for garnish
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned and tender, turning occasionally. Cool slightly. Cut corn from cob., Arrange tomato slices on a large serving platter. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Top with avocado slices. Whisk together the oil, vinegar, basil and remaining salt and pepper; drizzle half over the tomatoes and avocado. Top with grilled corn and feta; drizzle remaining dressing over top. Garnish with additional chopped basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY CHERRY TOMATO CORN SALAD



Easy Cherry Tomato Corn Salad image

In the summer, use fresh sweet corn off the cob. Saute the corn for five minutes in a skillet before adding it to the salad.

Provided by cookbookangie

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup peeled, seeded, and chopped cucumber
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 shallots, minced

Steps:

  • Combine basil, olive oil, lime juice, sugar, salt, and pepper in a jar and screw on the lid; shake until dressing is completely blended.
  • Stir corn, tomatoes, cucumber, jalapeno, and shallots together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over corn mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 202.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

PAN-ROASTED CORN AND TOMATO SALAD



Pan-Roasted Corn and Tomato Salad image

You can take a corn and tomato salad in a number of directions, but at the end of the day it shouldn't be much more than a dish you can make perfectly only in mid- to late summer, and one that showcases its primary ingredients. My version here marries corn and tomatoes with chile, avocado, cilantro and lime. It is just plain good. At the end, you've got meaty smokiness from bacon; that incredible sweetness of corn; the fruity acidity of tomato; the tender, smooth fattiness of avocado, and the sharpness of chile. It's a summer winner, one that you shouldn't even try after the first frost.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, one pot, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 pound bacon, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
4 to 6 ears corn, stripped of their kernels (2 to 3 cups)
Juice of 1 lime, or more to taste
2 cups cored and chopped tomatoes
1 medium ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped
2 fresh small chilies, like Thai, seeded and minced
Salt
black pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, more or less

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to render fat; add onion and cook until just softened, about 5 minutes, then add corn. Continue cooking, stirring or shaking pan occasionally, until corn begins to brown a bit, about 5 more minutes; remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes. Drain fat if you wish.
  • Put lime juice in a large bowl and add bacon-corn mixture; then toss with remaining ingredients. Taste, adjust the seasoning and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 311, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 692 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CORN, SWEET ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD



Corn, Sweet Onion, and Tomato Salad image

An exciting, cool and refreshing side salad that goes great with grilled meat. Fantastic for get-togethers. You WILL be asked for the recipe! Reserve a piece of sliced tomato and a few cilantro sprigs for garnish.

Provided by Twila Davis Reed

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (11 ounce) cans whole kernel corn
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 large sweet onions, cut into thin strips
4 green onions, chopped
1 bunch cilantro leaves, minced into tiny strips
2 limes, juiced
⅓ cup rice vinegar
kosher salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes, sweet onion, green onion, and cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over mixture, and mix in. Stir in rice vinegar to taste; the amount you use will depend on the sweetness of the corn, and the acidity of the lime. Season with kosher salt.
  • Cover, and chill for 45 minutes to an hour. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 472 mg, Sugar 6 g

TOMATO, CORN, AND AVOCADO SALAD



Tomato, Corn, and Avocado Salad image

Nothing compares to the juiciness of summer tomatoes. Go beyond the expected with this showstopping salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ear corn (husk and silk removed; tip cut off)
2 pints cherry, grape, or pear tomatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Stand ear in a large wide bowl; with a sharp knife, carefully slice downward to release the kernels. Discard cob. Add tomatoes, avocado, scallions, lime juice, and oil to bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3 g

ROASTED CORN AND HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD



Roasted Corn and Heirloom Tomato Salad image

Colorful and refreshing salad using flavorful summer vegetables. The grilled vegetables and crisp tastes complement many grilled meats. You can substitute cherry tomatoes for the baby heirloom tomatoes.

Provided by Dean

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ears corn on the cob, husks and silk removed
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 ½ pints small heirloom tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 bunch fresh basil, coarsely chopped
6 ounces mixed salad greens
2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste
balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Rub ears of corn with 2 teaspoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper; roast the ears on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until the kernels are lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Place red and yellow bell pepper on the grill and roast until the skins are blistered and lightly charred, turning often, about 15 minutes. Remove corn and bell peppers and let cool.
  • Cut the kernels from the cobs and place into a large bowl. Peel skins from bell peppers, seed, and cut the peppers into 1-inch pieces; mix peppers and corn together. Lightly toss with heirloom tomatoes, red onion, and basil. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.
  • Just before serving, mix in the salad greens and drizzle salad with 2 tablespoons olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Lightly toss to coat with dressing and season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 21 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

ROASTED CORN AND CUCUMBER TOMATO SALAD



Roasted Corn and Cucumber Tomato Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ears corn, shucked
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, divided
1 cup seeded and diced English cucumber
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat. To roast the corn, rub the shucked ears of corn with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, reserving the remaining oil to dress the salad. Place the corn on the grill and cook, turning often, until the corn is slightly charred and still crisp, 8 to 10 minute. Remove from the heat and cool briefly.
  • Cut the kernels off the cob and place in a large bowl. (Two cobs of corn should yield 1 1/2 to 2 cups of kernels.) Add the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, red wine vinegar, smoked paprika and salt and pepper, to taste. Toss to combine.

CHERRY TOMATO, CORN, AND HALLOUMI SALAD



Cherry Tomato, Corn, and Halloumi Salad image

Put one slice of garlic in the oil when you first turn on the heat. When it sizzles, your oil is ready for the rest of the garlic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh juice
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic (from 2 cloves)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups corn kernels (from 2 ears)
3 cups halved cherry or grape tomatoes
4 ounces halloumi, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups packed baby arugula, preferably wild

Steps:

  • Whisk together lime juice and zest in a large heatproof bowl. In a small skillet, heat 5 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until light golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Whiskoil mixture into lime mixture; season with salt and pepper. Set aside 2 tablespoons dressing; add corn and tomatoes to remaining dressing and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Return skillet to medium-high heat and swirl in remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add halloumi (be careful; it may splatter) and cook, flipping once, until golden and crisp on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Scatter arugula on a serving plate; top with corn-tomato mixture. Serve, with halloumi and reserved dressing on the side.

TOMATO, BASIL, AND CORN SALAD WITH APPLE CIDER DRESSING



Tomato, Basil, and Corn Salad with Apple Cider Dressing image

Five ingredients and five minutes is all you need to make this easy and nutritious summer salad! If you have extra time, you can use 4 ears of fresh corn, cooked and shucked, instead of the frozen corn. You can vary the amount of basil, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar to your taste.

Provided by Josephine Franchino Twohy

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
10 fresh basil leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix corn, tomatoes, and basil leaves together in a bowl; add olive oil, vinegar, and salt and mix until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 103.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

ARUGULA, CORN, AND TOMATO SALAD WITH SHAVED PARMESAN



Arugula, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Shaved Parmesan image

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Parmesan     Basil     Corn     Arugula     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups (lightly packed) fresh arugula (about 4 ounces)
1 1/2 cups (lightly packed) fresh basil leaves, torn
1 1/2 cups corn kernels (cut from about 2 small ears)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 2 1/2-ounce piece Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Toss first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Whisk oil and lemon juice in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat. Divide salad among plates. Using vegetable peeler, shave curls of Parmesan atop each salad and serve.

GRILLED CORN AND TOMATO SALAD WITH THAI BASIL VINAIGRETTE DRESSING



Grilled Corn and Tomato Salad with Thai Basil Vinaigrette Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 large ears corn
Kitchen twine
1 small or 1/2 large red onion, finely chopped
2 cups grape tomatoes, quartered lengthwise
4 to 5 large Thai basil leaves, roughly chopped
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 cup chopped Thai basil leaves
1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • Salad: Peel back the corn husks, but do not remove them completely. Carefully pick off and discard the wispy silk threads that are attached to the corn. Pull the husks back over the ears and tie the ends closed with kitchen twine. Soak the corn in large bowl of cold water for 10 minutes. Drain the water, shake off the excess and put them on the grill for 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes until the corn is tender. Remove them from the grill and let the ears cool to room temperature.
  • Vinaigrette: While the corn is cooling, prepare the dressing. Puree all the ingredients, except the canola oil, in a blender or food processor. After the mixture is well incorporated, slowly drizzle in the canola oil while the processor is still running. Blend for 30 seconds, then transfer the dressing to a bowl.
  • Assembly: Once the corn has cooled, cut the kernels off the cobs into a medium bowl and discard the cobs. Add the red onion and grape tomatoes and mix to combine. Drizzle in 1/2 cup of the Thai Basil Vinaigrette Dressing while lightly tossing the salad together. Reserve the remaining dressing. Gently stir in the basil leaves. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, and add more dressing, if desired. Serve slightly chilled on serving plates, using a slotted spoon to keep excess liquids in the bowl.

ZUCCHINI, TOMATO, AND CORN SALAD



Zucchini, Tomato, and Corn Salad image

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Vegetarian     Lemon     Basil     Corn     Zucchini     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds medium zucchini
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 cup fresh corn kernels (cut from 2 ears)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise (2 cups)
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
Special equipment: an adjustable-blade slicer with julienne cutter or a julienne peeler

Steps:

  • Working with 1 zucchini at a time, cut lengthwise into very thin (julienne) strips with slicer, turning zucchini and avoiding core. Discard core.
  • Toss zucchini strips with 1 teaspoon salt and let drain in a colander set over a bowl, covered and chilled, 1 hour.
  • Gently squeeze handfuls of zucchini to remove excess water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Cook corn in a small saucepan of boiling water until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, then rinse under cold water and pat dry.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, sugar, pepper, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking. Add zucchini, corn, tomatoes, and basil and toss well.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes and corn. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor.
  • Use a variety of colors of tomatoes. This will make your salad more visually appealing.
  • If you don't have fresh corn, you can use frozen or canned corn. Just be sure to drain the corn well before adding it to the salad.
  • Add other vegetables to your salad, such as cucumbers, bell peppers, or onions. This will add more flavor and texture to the salad.
  • Use a light vinaigrette dressing. This will help to keep the salad refreshing and light.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. Corn tomato salad is best served fresh, but it can also be chilled for later.

Conclusion:

Corn tomato salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its bright colors and flavors, corn tomato salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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