Description

Corn salsa is a vibrant, flavorful dish that adds a fresh twist to any gathering. With its sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and zesty lime juice, this salsa creates a delightful explosion of taste. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, this easy-to-make recipe is guaranteed to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.

Ingredients

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2 cups fresh corn (or 1 can, drained)
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 jalapeño pepper, minced (seeds removed for less heat)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep your ingredients by rinsing the corn and tomatoes; chop into small pieces.
If using fresh corn, boil it for 3-5 minutes until tender but crisp; cool and cut off the kernels.
In a bowl, combine cooled corn with diced tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño.
Squeeze lime juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently.
For optimal flavor, chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
Calories: 80
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Customize your salsa by adding black beans or swapping jalapeños for bell peppers for less heat. For extra flavor depth, let the salsa sit longer before serving.