Fresh Corn Salsa – made with just 7 simple ingredients and perfect for dipping, topping, or eating by the spoonful!
Can we talk for a minute about girls and drama? Because my life is full of both! And I don’t see that ending any time soon. No…unfortunately…the girls are just getting warmed up. And the drama is coming right along with them!
A good example: Just last night. Our house. After dinner. Greta had a friend over and was, for one reason or another, not really playing with her. So the friend asked Ellia to play with her instead. And just like that….DRAMA!
Because then Greta was convinced that her friend actually wanted to play with Ellia…actually preferred to play with Ellia…instead of with her. The poor friend. She just couldn’t win! I tried to tell Greta that I didn’t blame her friend….that I would have done the same thing if I were her. But Greta was NOT having it. Sometimes I feel like girls just LIKE drama!
Which might be why I’m so attracted to simple recipes like this fresh corn salsa. Because it’s drama-free!!! Just veggies, herbs, lime juice, and salt. Simple. Straight forward. Delicious. On everything! I don’t know about you, but my life could use a little less drama. And I’ll take it anywhere I can get it!
Fresh Corn Salsa
Ingredients
- 2 c. corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 1/2 c. purple onion diced
- 1/2 c. red pepper diced
- 1-2 jalapeños seeded and minced
- 1/2 c. cilantro chopped
- 4 tsp. lime juice
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
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Saute corn over medium-high heat until kernels begin to char. Set aside to cool.
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In a medium bowl, combine onion, red pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
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Add sautéed corn and stir to combine.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
This looks so fresh and colorful!! I’m all about drama-free!! 😀
Jess says
We’ve had a steady supply of drama for years – not fun, it’s actually exhausting! Just when you think they’ll play and be occupied? Yes, the drama rolls in! I can completely relate! I love the idea of this deliciously fresh salsa! I’m going to be making it and soon 🙂
Nancy | The Bitter Side of Sweet says
I have 3 in the house and I know exactly what you mean about the drama!!! My kids hate it when I say stop being dramatic! 🙂 Love this fresh salsa!
marcie says
I have boys and there is plenty of drama — it drives me crazy! I want to go run and hide in the closet when they get going, and if I had this dip in there with me that would be the best! 🙂
Deb @ Cooking on the Front Burner says
I love this salsa Cathy! Good luck with the drama – I have girls 2 years apart – thought older and wiser now – it sure was interesting back in the day!
Rachael says
Girls and drama! Awesome. Hahaha But this fresh corn salsa is amazing. Can I come over? I will be drama free. Promise.
Jessica a says
If I’m using fresh corn cut off the cob , do I just husk it and cut if off or do I boil (cook) the corn first .
glenda says
Ummmm this was ridiculously good. I could eat the whole thing in one sitting. Even my 17 year old said, Mom, this is really good. I’m only going to have a small bowl 😉 Next I will add some beans or tomato or avocado to mix it up and try different things. My new fav snack.
Kathy beam says
What can you use in place of cilantro?
Cathy Trochelman says
You could substitute any fresh herbs (basil or parsley, maybe?) or consider replacing it with garlic for a different but equally delicious flavor!