Corn Salad

This vibrant Indian Corn Salad combines sweet corn with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, making it a refreshing dish perfect for any meal. Its unique blend of spices and ingredients not only tantalizes the taste buds but also celebrates the colorful flavors of Indian cuisine.

Ingredients

• Sweet corn - 1 cup (fresh or canned)
• Cucumber - 1/2 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Green chili - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chaat masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. If using fresh corn, bring a pot of water to boil and cook the corn for 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and chopped green chili.
3. Add the cooked corn to the mixing bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, chaat masala, and olive oil.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix to combine all the ingredients.
6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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