Crunchy corn salad

A bowl of grilled corn, basil and cherry tomatoes
Recipe credit

University of Minnesota Department of Family, Health and Wellbeing

About this recipe

Serves
6
Serving size
1/6 of prepared recipe
Time to make
20 minutes preparation

Ingredients

  • 2 packages frozen corn (10 ounces each), thawed; or corn kernels cut from 4-5 cooked medium cobs (about 3 1/2 cups)
  • 1 large red onion, chopped
  • 1 large green pepper, chopped
  • 1 8-ounce package low-fat shredded cheddar cheese 
  • 1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise (not salad dressing)
  • 1 small bag (3-ounces) baked tortilla chips, crushed

Directions

  1. Mix corn, onion, green pepper, cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise together in a bowl.
  2. Add crushed tortilla chips and mix.

Tips and variations

  • Use fresh vegetables from your own garden or the farmers market.
  • Add black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, basil, or any other fresh vegetables or herbs.
  • Choose chips that suit your taste.
  • May be served in a wrap.
  • Use 1 package of corn instead of 2 and serve as a dip.

Nutritional info

Calories
282
Total fat
11.8 g
Saturated fat
5.8 g
Cholesterol
27 mg
Sodium
490 mg
Total carbohydrates
36.5 g
Dietary fiber
3.6 g
Protein
13.7 g
Total sugar
5.6 g
Allergens
Dairy