Description
This Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad combines crisp cucumbers, sweet corn, creamy cheese, and a zesty dressing for a refreshing and healthy summer side dish. Perfect for dinners, BBQs, or meal prep, it’s light yet satisfying and full of fresh flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh or grilled corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
- 2 large cucumbers, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare corn: Grill or boil the corn, then cut kernels off the cob.
- Mix base: In a large bowl, combine corn kernels and diced cucumbers.
- Make dressing: Add mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
- Finish salad: Fold in crumbled cheese and chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh corn for the sweetest flavor and best texture.
- Greek yogurt makes it lighter while keeping it creamy.
- Smoky twist: Grill the corn before adding it to the salad.
- Extra crunch: Add chopped red onion or toasted pepitas.
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook, Mixed
- Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad, Summer Side Salad, Healthy Salad Recipes, Corn and Cucumber Salad, Vegetarian Side Dish, BBQ Salad Ideas