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Easy Loaded Corn Salad

This Easy Loaded Corn Salad is bursting with fresh flavors and is a must-have for any gathering. The ultimate crowd-pleasing summer side dish!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Keyword: corn, dairy-free, easy, family-friendly, homemade, kid-friendly, salad, side dish, summer, vegan
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Author: Shanika

Ingredients

SALAD:

  • 6 cups cooked corn kernels (You can use a mix of white + yellow sweet corn)
  • 2 jalapeños, finely chopped (You can remove the seeds for less heat)
  • 1 large Hass avocado, ripe + diced
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped or diced
  • 4 cups Roasted herb tomatoes (You can also use raw tomatoes, diced)
  • 1 cucumber, peeled + finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

DAIRY-FREE CREAMY GARLIC DRESSING:

  • 4-6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Almond milk, unsweetened (You can use your fave plant-based milk)
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

TO MAKE THE GARLIC DRESSING:

  • Whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, milk, minced garlic, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until combined and smooth.
  • Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.

TO MAKE THE CORN SALAD:

  • In a bowl, add the cooked corn, chopped jalapeños, diced avocado, tomatoes, chopped cucumber, and seasonings to a bowl stir everything together until combined. Drizzle generous amounts of garlic dressing atop everything and toss together until veggies are coated.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite meat or main dish or eat as a light lunch or snack with your favorites like tortilla chips, bread, etc.
  • Bon Appetit!

Notes

  • STORAGE: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days, depending on the ingredients. 
  • HERB ROASTED TOMATOES: To see the recipe, tap this link.
  • DRESSING (STORAGE): Add  leftover dressing to your favorite mason jar or tightly sealed container and refrigerate for 3-4 days for optimal freshness.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 842mg | Potassium: 493mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 353IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 2mg