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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Fun

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad for Fun Summer Days

Enjoy this Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad that’s perfect for summer fun, blending fresh corn with crisp cucumbers and a creamy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Fresh Corn Kernels Substitute with canned corn if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 large Cucumber English cucumbers are recommended.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Switch to green onions for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese May substitute with goat cheese or omit.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Optional based on personal preference.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with more Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice can substitute if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to heat preference.
  • to taste Salt Season to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking the Corn
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Carefully add the fresh corn kernels and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until tender and bright yellow. Drain and rinse under cold water.
    Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Fun
Preparing the Vegetables
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled corn, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion. Toss gently with a spatula.
    Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Fun
Making the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
    Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Fun
Combining Salad and Dressing
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold until well-coated.
    Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Fun
Garnishing and Serving
  1. Sprinkle crumbled feta and cilantro on top. Serve immediately or chill for 20 minutes before serving.
    Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad That’s Perfect for Summer Fun

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, mix the salad just before serving to keep cucumbers crisp. Consider adding jalapeños for heat or replacing dairy with plant-based options for a vegan dish.

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