Description
Crack Corn Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that effortlessly elevates any gathering, from summer barbecues to family reunions. This delightful salad combines the sweetness of fresh corn with creamy Ranch dressing, savory bacon, and tangy cheddar cheese, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. With a quick preparation time of just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for last-minute gatherings or meal prep. Enjoy it as a refreshing side dish or a light main course; this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 12 slices cooked bacon (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup Ranch dressing
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Seasonings: garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, sour cream, whole milk, buttermilk, onion powder, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine corn, bacon, green onions, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg