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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad: A Cool Summer Treat

Experience the refreshing blend of smoky grilled corn and crispy cucumbers in this Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 ears corn grilled, can substitute canned or frozen
  • 2 large cucumber diced
  • 1 small red onion chopped
  • 0.25 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise optional for lighter experience
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper to taste

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill corn for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred. Remove and let cool.
  2. Once cooled, cut the kernels off the cob into a mixing bowl.
  3. Add diced cucumber, chopped red onion, and cilantro to the bowl. Stir gently to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper before serving.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and chili powder before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best when served chilled; consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.

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