Zesty Corn Salad

This Zesty Corn Salad is a refreshing blend of sweet corn, vibrant vegetables, and a tangy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings. It's a Halal-friendly side dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal.

Ingredients

• Sweet corn (fresh or canned) - 1 cup
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. If using fresh corn, boil it for 5-7 minutes until tender, then cool and cut the kernels off the cob. If using canned corn, simply drain and rinse.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and chili powder to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Fold in the chopped cilantro and serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, which aids digestion.
• Contains antioxidants from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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