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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad: Refreshing Summer Bliss

A delightful Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad that combines grilled corn and cucumbers for a refreshing summer dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 170
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 ears Corn Grilled for smoky flavor.
  • 1 large Cucumber Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Finely diced.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped, can substitute for fresh dill.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Use dairy-free for vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Bowls
  • Knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the corn for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly charred.
  2. Once cooled, slice off the kernels from the corn into a large bowl.
  3. Chop the cucumber and red onion. Add to the bowl along with chopped cilantro.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, stir the salad, adjust seasoning if necessary, and garnish with extra cilantro and chili powder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be prepared ahead of time and is best served fresh. Store in the fridge and add dressing right before serving for the best texture.

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