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Fresh Corn, Tomato, and Feta Salad

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A bright, fresh, and easy summer salad combining sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese with a simple olive oil and lemon dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a crowd-pleasing side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ears fresh corn, husked and kernels cut off (about 2 cups)
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (firm, small-curd variety)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 fresh lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt to taste (preferably flaky sea salt)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Remove the corn kernels from the ears by holding the ear upright on a cutting board and slicing downward carefully. Set kernels aside in a bowl.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the corn kernels for 1-2 minutes. Immediately drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain well.
  3. While the corn cools, halve the cherry tomatoes and finely dice the red onion if using. Place both in a mixing bowl.
  4. Chop fresh basil leaves roughly and add to the bowl with tomatoes and onions.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  6. Add the cooled corn kernels to the bowl with tomatoes, onion, and basil. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled feta on top and gently toss once more, being careful not to break up the cheese too much.
  8. Chill the salad for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator to let flavors meld, or serve immediately.

Notes

If tomatoes are very juicy, drain excess liquid before adding to prevent watery salad. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor. Handle feta gently to keep chunks intact. Salad tastes best after chilling for 10-15 minutes but can be served immediately. Frozen corn can be used but skip blanching. For vegan version, omit feta and add toasted nuts or plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: fresh corn salad, tomato salad, feta salad, summer side dish, healthy salad, easy salad recipe, vegetarian salad, gluten-free salad

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