16 Corn-alicious Corn Salad Recipes To Enjoy This Summer

I started incorporating more corn recipes into my weekly meal plans is because it's loved by everyone – vegetarians and meat lovers alike. Even more important, corn is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, lending a healthy edge to any dish. So I set out to gather 16 corn salad recipes to share this very yummy veggie with you! Each corn-filled salad recipe bursts with colors and flavors that scream summertime excitement, from fiery grilled corn mixtures to creamy avocado masterpieces! So, be sure to appreciate the sweetness of corn and celebrate the wealth of the season with these refreshing, crispy, and wonderfully corn-alicious salads!

Grilled Street Corn Salad with Avocado “Mayo”

Sweet summer corn is mixed with fiery jalapeños, smokey paprika, loads of fresh basil, chives, cilantro, and feta cheese. This corn salad is served with a whipped avocado no-mayo "mayo" for a lighter, yet still delicious, spin on the typical Mexican street corn salad. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Grilled Chicken + Corn Salad

Dig right in to this (only) 15-minute summer salad with a nice boost of protein. Mix up juicy chicken, sweet corn, crisp bell peppers and tomatoes, creamy avocado, cilantro, and fresh lime juice — voila! (via Averie Cooks)

Mexican Street Corn Salad

This corn salad is the perfect summer meal. Ideal for a side dish, topping tacos, salads, burrito bowls, or even as a salsa served with corn tortilla chips, it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare, and a whole day to truly enjoy! (via Crowded Kitchen)

Bacon, Corn, + Tomato Pasta Salad

This is a no-mayo pasta salad recipe with a unique, meaty twist – bacon! It's refreshing, fulfilling, and ahh-mazing. (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Grilled Corn Salad with Smokey Vinaigrette

This delicious summer salad is full of flavor and texture. To provide some contrast, the zingy vinaigrette dressing is blended with smoky paprika! (via A Spicy Perspective)

10-Minute Black Bean + Corn Salad

The headline says it all! Who doesn't have an extra 10 minutes to indulge in a fresh, healthy, *and* easy salad? Our rec – don't skip on trying out this recipe. (via Two Spoons)

Roasted Butternut Squash + Corn Salad

Fantastic recipe to prepare at the end of summer for small parties or as a light lunch with eggs or crispy, grainy bread. It has a sweet-spicy-salty flavor combination. The squash and toasted seeds have a fall hint, but the corn remains sweet and juicy. (via The First Mess)

Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)

This corn salad recipe makes a playful twist on traditional elote. With a spiced dressing made from Greek yogurt, toasty corn, zesty lime, and a generous sprinkle of cotija cheese, this salad will bring a dash of freshness to your summer days! (via Live Eat Learn)

Italian Salad Recipe With Tuna, Corn + Mozzarella

Every crisp, delectable bite of this dish will transport you right to Italy for a certified Tomato Girl Summer! Imagine ripe tomatoes, juicy tuna, corn, and creamy mozzarella doing a tasteful dance atop a bed of greens, all drenched in a wonderful combination of olive oil and balsamic vinegar – yum. (via Vikalinka)

Zucchini Ribbon Salad with Corn + Tomatoes

This awesome summer salad includes zucchini ribbons, juicy tomatoes, and sweet corn, all topped with crispy, toasted pepitas. And the big finale? An avocado-lime dressing that will make your senses jump! It's the ideal complement to any event, and it's fully vegetable-powered, vegan, and gluten-free, so anybody can enjoy it. (via Vanilla and Bean)

Fresh Corn Succotash

With its rich culinary history and quite excellent taste, this classic Narragansett Native American meal from New England is a must-try! Make this succotash in a cast-iron pan, add your favorite corn, veggies and herbs, and enjoy the savory succotash feeling. (via A Spicy Perspective)

Blueberry Corn Salad

Calling all taste explorers: if you're looking for a mind-blowing combination, look no further! Prepare to be taken on a wild journey with this adventurous meal, which combines blueberries and fresh corn together. This isn't your typical duo, but trust me when I say it's the best gastronomic trip you'll ever go on. (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Charred Corn + Sun-Dried Tomato Orzo Salad

If you're seeking out a tasty pasta salad to bring to your next party or work gathering, this is it! It's loaded with a colorful bounty that's *just* as delicious as it looks. (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)

Creamy Corn + Bacon Salad

This corn salad takes up only 15-minutes of your time. Ranch dressing, crispy bacon bits, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and jalapeño make for a full-on summertime hit!

Grilled Corn Salad with BBQ Sausage

Fresh vegetables, grilled corn, smokey sausage, and creamy avocado blend together in a tasty dressing to make this ultimate BBQ party and picnic dish.

Honey Garlic Shrimp, Corn, + Avocado Bacon Salad

Bursting with flavor and colors, this is no ordinary salad – it's a dinner salad that's anything but boring. Caramelized shrimp and crispy bacon takes this dish to a whole new level of deliciousness, while fresh salad greens, grilled corn, tomatoes, and creamy avocado make the whole experience *so* unique and tasty!

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