Citrus Street Corn Salad

If you’re craving a fresh and vibrant summer side dish, this Citrus Street Corn Salad is a must-try. Made with sweet grilled corn, crisp cucumber, red bell pepper, tangy feta, and a burst of citrus from lemon and lime juice, this salad is packed with bold, refreshing flavor. The addition of cumin and fresh cilantro gives it a street-food twist that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, tacos, or even on its own as a light lunch. It’s gluten-free, vegetarian, and comes together in just 20 minutes – making it an easy, healthy go-to for BBQs, potlucks, or meal prep.

Citrus Street Corn Salad

Recipe by itskristinskitchen

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

180

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cucumber, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 shallot, finely chopped

• ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• 3 ears of corn, grilled and kernels removed

• ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Juice of 1 lime

• ½ tsp ground cumin (or to taste)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 1–2 tbsp olive oil

Directions

• Grill corn on the cob until slightly charred, then let cool and slice off the kernels.
• In a large bowl, combine cucumber, red pepper, shallot, cilantro, grilled corn, and feta.
• In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lime juice, cumin, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
• Chill or serve immediately for a bright, crisp bite.