Description
A refreshing creamy cucumber salad with sweet corn and a tangy lime dressing, perfect as a side dish for grilled meats or tacos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers and corn kernels. If using canned corn, drain and pat dry. If using fresh corn, cut the kernels from the cob and optionally char them quickly on a hot skillet for extra flavor. Keep the vegetables cold for best crunch.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Taste and add more lime or salt if needed.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber and corn mixture, and toss until well coated. No heat is required. If you charred the corn, let it cool slightly before adding so the dressing stays cool and creamy.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Serve cold as a refreshing side dish. Garnish with extra cilantro or a lime wedge if you like.
Notes
For a smoky note, char the corn. Serve cold alongside grilled meats or as a topping for grain bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg