Corn and Cucumber Picnic Salad

Name: Corn and Cucumber Picnic Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Sweet corn', 'amount': '2 cups, fresh or frozen'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1 large, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red onion', 'amount': '1/2 small, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Cherry tomatoes', 'amount': '1 cup, halved'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons, fresh'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Dijon mustard', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Honey', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Bright, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Corn and Cucumber Picnic Salad is the ultimate companion for your outdoor gatherings. The sweetness of fresh corn pairs perfectly with the crispness of cucumbers and the zesty dressing, making it a refreshing centerpiece on any picnic table. With its vibrant ingredients, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a splash of color to your plate. Historically, salads like this have been enjoyed by people seeking a light yet satisfying meal, especially during the warm months when fresh produce is abundant.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Sweet corn (2 cups, fresh or frozen)
Cucumber (1 large, diced)
Red onion (1/2 small, finely chopped)
Cherry tomatoes (1 cup, halved)
Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, fresh)
Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
Dijon mustard (1 tablespoon)
Honey (1 teaspoon)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the sweet corn, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
When ready to serve, give the salad another gentle toss and enjoy it chilled.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 0 minutes • Calories: 180 • Fat: 10g • Carbs: 20g • Protein: 3g • Sodium: 50mg • Sugar: 5g

Corn and Cucumber Picnic Salad

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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