Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad
A delightful twist on classic street corn flavors, this salad incorporates fresh cucumbers and a creamy dressing, perfect for summer picnics and barbecues.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups corn (fresh or canned)
- 2 cups cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash cucumbers, slice in half lengthwise and dice. Set aside. If using fresh corn, slice kernels off the cob. If using canned, drain and rinse.
- Combine the corn, diced cucumbers, and shredded chicken in a large bowl. Stir gently to mix.
- Mix the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the dressing with the corn, cucumber, and chicken mixture. Toss until everything is coated.
- Garnish with cilantro if desired, and chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled, and enjoy as a light meal or side dish.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh corn and chill before serving. Can be made a day in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: salad, summer salad, street corn, cucumber salad, healthy recipe
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