Best 8 Southwest Corn And Cumin Salad Recipes

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In this culinary adventure, we will embark on a journey to discover the tantalizing flavors of the Southwest, where the vibrant fusion of corn and cumin takes center stage. Let us explore the art of crafting a delectable Southwest corn and cumin salad, a dish that bursts with the sun-kissed essence of the desert and the enigmatic allure of traditional Native American cuisine. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the perfect balance of spices, this guide will lead you on a path to culinary enlightenment, transforming your kitchen into a symphony of southwestern flavors.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN SAUTEED CORN



Southwestern Sauteed Corn image

My mother-in-law came up with this corn skillet dish one night for dinner. Everyone who tries it absolutely loves it! -Chandy Ward, Aumsville, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
3-1/3 cups fresh corn or 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn
1 plum tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add corn; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in tomato, lime juice, salt and cumin. Cook until heated through, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST CORN, CHILI, AND CUMIN SAUTé



Southwest Corn, Chili, and Cumin Sauté image

Categories     Pepper     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Fall     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium poblano chilies* (about 9 ounces total)
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin seeds
1 medium-size red onion, chopped
2 16-ounce bags frozen mixed white and yellow corn kernels or one 16-ounce bag each yellow and white corn kernels, thawed, drained
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon (or more) chopped canned chipotle chilies**
1 large bunch radishes, trimmed, sliced into rounds
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime peel
Lime wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Char poblano chilies directly over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag 10 minutes. Peel, seed, and coarsely chop chilies. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add onion and sauté until almost tender, about 6 minutes. Add corn, oregano, 1 teaspoon chipotle chilies, and poblano chilies and sauté until corn is heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in radishes, 1/2 cup cilantro, lime juice, and lime peel. Sauté until radishes are slightly softened but still retain their color, about 2 minutes. Add more chipotle chilies by 1/2 teaspoonfuls, depending on spiciness desired. Season generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges, if desired, and serve.
  • Fresh green chilies, often called pasillas; sold at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.
  • ** Chipotle chilies canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.

SOUTHWEST CORN SALAD



Southwest Corn Salad image

I first saw this recipe in our Omaha, Nebraska paper a few years ago," relates Joanna Lonnecker. "It's ideal for family get-togethers of all kinds. Hearty enough to serve during winter, this salad always brings back memories of summer picnics!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups cooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, chili powder, salt and cumin; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts :

ZESTY SOUTHWEST CORN SALAD



Zesty Southwest Corn Salad image

Easy and delicious, this salad is refreshing with your summer grilled dishes.

Provided by CookingQueen

Categories     Corn Salad

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn, thawed and drained
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup diced green bell pepper
⅓ cup diced red onion
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, cilantro, vinegar, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and cayenne together in a small bowl. Add dressing to corn mixture just before serving and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 8.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SOUTHWEST CORN AND CUMIN SALAD



Southwest Corn and Cumin Salad image

This unique recipe comes from my Arizona Cookbook. Cumin, fresh vegtables and dressing makes this a hit especially during our HOT Arizona summers. Ingredients are almost always on hand.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (16 ounce) cans whole kernel corn (drained)
3 medium roma tomatoes (chopped)
3 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano (dried)
1/4 cup green pepper (diced)
3 green onions (sliced)
salt and pepper
3/4 cup mayonnaise
hot sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper and adjust seasoning to your taste,possibly adding hot sauce to bring corn and tomatoes to a spicy level.
  • Cool and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

SOUTHWEST SIRLOIN WITH CORN SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 21

FOR THE SALAD:
2 cups freshly cooked corn kernels (from about 3 medium ears)
1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 teaspoon minced jalapeño pepper, with seeds
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon Dijon style mustard
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped dill
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
FOR THE RUB:
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 beef sirloin steak, 1 1/2 to 2 lbs and about 1 1/4 inches thick
extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • TO MAKE THE SALAD: In a large bowl combine the corn, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeno.In a small saucepan whisk together the vegetable oil, mustard, vinegar, sugar, dill, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium high heat and pour the warm vinaigrette over the corn mixture, toss well, and allow to stand at room temperature until ready to serve.TO MAKE THE RUB: Using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, coarsely grind the peppercorns and cumin seeds. Place in a small bowl and combine with the remaining rub ingredients.Trim the steak of any excess fat. Press the rub into both sides of the steak and allow to stand at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before grilling.Lightly brush or spray both sides of the steak with olive oil. Grill over Direct Medium heat until the internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, 10 to 12 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time. Remove from the grill and allow to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain. Serve warm with the salad.From Weber's Big Book of Grilling. Copyright © 2001 Weber-Stephen Products Co. All rights reserved. First published by Chronicle Books LLC, San Francisco, California.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE CORN SALAD



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This is a wonderful cold salad which complements a good steak on the grill or barbeque ribs or chicken. I discovered this dish on a hot 4th of July party. It was a huge hit so I had to get the recipe!

Provided by SONIAUKE

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn, thawed
1 cup chopped green onions
⅔ cup chopped red bell pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Combine corn, green onions, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, cumin, and thyme together in a small bowl until well combined. Add dressing to the corn mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 67.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SOUTH-WEST SALAD WITH CORN AND BLACK BEANS



South-West Salad With Corn and Black Beans image

A recipe from the book of Splenda. I tried it and it's quite yummy. I omitted the green peas so I used 1 cup of chickpeas. I also omitted the cumin, and fresh coriander.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Black Beans

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

15 ounces black beans, drained
15 ounces corn kernels, drained
1/2 cup chickpeas, drained
1/2 cup frozen green pea, frozen (do not thaw them)
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1/2 medium red onion, minced
1/2 cup jicama, diced (optional)
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons Splenda granular
2 teaspoons garlic, crushed
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper
1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, put black beans, corn, chickpeas, peas, olives, peppers, onion and jicama.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, splenda, garlic, cumin, salt and dried red pepper. Pour on the salad and stir to coat well. Add coriander and stir again.
  • Put in the fridge at least 1 hour before serving. It will be good in the fridge for many days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 202.1, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 7

Tips:

  • For the freshest flavor, use sweet corn that is in season. If you can't find fresh corn, you can substitute frozen or canned corn.
  • To roast the corn, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss the corn with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread it in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the corn is tender and slightly charred.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • To assemble the salad, combine the roasted corn, black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, and red onion in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This Southwest corn and cumin salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is also a healthy and nutritious way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The roasted corn adds a smoky flavor to the salad, while the black beans, tomatoes, and cilantro add a pop of color and freshness. The cumin and chili powder give the salad a slightly spicy kick, while the mayonnaise and sour cream add a creamy richness. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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