Description
Crack Corn Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of fresh corn with the savory crunch of bacon, topped off with a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or potlucks, this salad can be prepared in just 15 minutes, making it a go-to option for last-minute entertaining. Each bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors, from the creamy dressing to the crisp vegetables, ensuring it’s a crowd-pleaser at any event. Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course, Crack Corn Salad is versatile enough to complement a variety of meals and occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sweet corn
- 12 slices cooked bacon (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup Ranch salad dressing
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well combined and set aside.
- In another bowl, combine sweet corn, bacon, green onions, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the dressing to the salad mixture and stir until fully coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg