Let me share with you this nutritious, healthy Fresh Corn Salad with simple ingredients and simple dressing. It is not only refreshing but also very addictive. You can mix in any fresh fruits like kiwi fruit, pear or any other fruit of your own choice. Kids and adults would surely enjoy the crunchiness and satisfying sweetness of this colourful salad. Great to serve as snack or side dish.
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Fresh Corn Salad
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Fresh Corn Salad is a colorful and crunchy dish with a satisfying sweetness, perfect as a refreshing side or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 fresh corns
- 100g French beans
- 8-10 cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 red apple
- 1-2 tbsp lemon juice, or to your taste
- Some mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions
- Remove the husks and silk from the fresh corns. Rinse them thoroughly.
- Place the corns in a pot of boiling water, ensuring the water just covers the corns. Cover the pot and return the water to a boil.
- Cook the corns for about 10 minutes until tender. Remove from the pot and let them cool.
- While the corn is cooling, trim the ends of the French beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Blanch the beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and dice the red apple into small cubes.
- Once the corn is cool enough to handle, cut the kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, French beans, cherry tomatoes, and diced apple.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to combine. Add mayonnaise if desired, and mix well.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or snack.
Notes
- You can add fresh fruits like kiwi or pear for extra sweetness.
- This salad is great for picnics or barbecues.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I swap in other fruits besides apple?
Yes — the article and notes both suggest adding kiwi fruit or pear as alternatives to the red apple for extra sweetness. The recipe is described as deliberately flexible, so use whatever fresh fruit you have on hand.
Is the mayonnaise necessary?
No — it is listed as optional. The lemon juice dressing is the base, and the mayo adds a creamy coating if desired. For a lighter version, simply skip it and dress only with lemon juice. 
How far ahead can I make this salad?
The notes say leftovers keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. However, since it is best when freshly tossed — the article calls it refreshing — dress it just before serving for peak crunch.
