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Sweet Corn Salsa – Sweet summer corn is the star of this fresh tasty salsa. Great served with chips, on chicken, fish or tacos – it’s great on everything!
I paid another visit to my favorite local farm with the pick-your-own berries. I picked a few baskets of the biggest blackberries I’ve ever seen, and chances are good you ‘ll see something resembling a blackberry dessert very soon. But as I gathered my baskets and headed into the market to weight and pay, a four-wheeler pulling a trailer full of workers went by and each young man was holding a giant basket of fresh picked corn. Fresh picked minutes before – you know I had to buy a dozen and may go back for more. Before I loaded my car with my fresh picked bounty, I was thinking about making Sweet Corn Salsa.
The fresher the corn, the sweeter the kernels – so always try to either use or freeze the corn as soon as possible.
We love all kinds of salsa but this one really hit the spot. Fresh tomatoes, cilantro, onion, a jalapeño pepper and corn are combined with lime juice and garlic for the perfect condiment.
This Sweet Corn Salsa is GREAT on fish, chicken or tacos. Served with chips it is a terrific appetizer or party snack. I bet it would be good on scrambled eggs!
Pass the chips please – I’m making a meal out of this amazing sweet corn salsa!
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- 4 ears of sweet corn, or 4 cups frozen
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 a red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup loos packed chopped cilantro
- the juice of 2 limes, or 3 limes if they are not really juicy
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
- 4 small cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- Cut the kernels off the cobs. Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn and quickly sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and place in a large mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and stir. Serve warm, room temperature or cold.
Check the seasoning and add additional salt or lime if needed.
This is another one of my favorite corn salsa recipes – Grilled Corn, Roasted Pepper & Black Bean Salsa – also delicious!
Finally, if you love corn like we love corn, you may also enjoy these terrific recipes:
- Cheesy Corn Casserole with Jalapeños ~ from Saving Room for Dessert
- Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad ~ from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Creamed Corn with Peppers and Bacon ~ from Barefeet in the Kitchen
- Chili Lime Corn ~ from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Did you do anything fun and exciting this past weekend? We did a lot of yard work but if felt great to get it done.
I hope you get the chance to make this recipe – it’s a keeper and so fresh tasting. Thanks so much for stopping by!
Tricia
mimi rippee says
July 3, 2019 at 9:53 amI made this last night part of a friend’s birthday meal. It was fabulous! I’d just made some garlic oil so I used that, and instead of jalapeno I used Tabasco. I had so much else to cook I enjoyed the time savers! Great recipe!
Tricia Buice says
July 3, 2019 at 12:02 pmThanks so much Mimi! Garlic oil sounds perfect and we love Tabasco too – great adaptations! Thank you for trying the recipe and for letting us know how it turned out for you. Yummy stuff!
Aaron says
July 6, 2018 at 7:41 pmSimple and delicious! Makes a ton of salsa with a few ingredients! Inexpensive! All things I like. Thank you for sharing.
Tricia Buice says
July 7, 2018 at 7:13 amThanks for giving it a try Aaron – we love this salsa!
Angie says
August 6, 2015 at 7:42 amI can’t wait to try this recipe. Sweet corn is in season now, and I’m growing the most amazing strawberry tomatoes that will be perfect in the recipe! Do you know how long this will keep in the fridge? I’d like to make a big batch and store it if possible.
Tricia Buice says
August 6, 2015 at 7:47 amHi Angie! If using red onion the color will bleed into the sauce if kept for several days. That doesn’t affect the taste but it does discolor the dish. I think making it a day ahead works fine and should be consumed sooner, rather than later, for crisp corn and vegetables. They do get soggy if stored for long periods of time. We had leftovers for several days – I used it on a green salad and it was just fine. For best results I would try to serve within 24 hours. Hope this helps!
Chris Scheuer says
July 15, 2015 at 7:19 pmThis is my kind of appetizer Tricia, so fresh and full of flavor. I can’t stay away from the fresh corn at this time of the year. I put it in just about everything!
Tricia Buice says
July 15, 2015 at 7:39 pmLove fresh corn here too! Hope you’re having a great week with family Chris – thanks for stopping by!
[email protected] says
July 15, 2015 at 5:29 pmAll of the colors in this salsa are incredible! I love adding bright vegetables to all my cooking, and think this will do great on some steak fajitas.
Abbe @ This is How I Cook says
July 15, 2015 at 3:33 pmOne can never have to much corn! I love the stuff and would have it every meal if I could. This looks so good Tricia!
Tricia Buice says
July 15, 2015 at 4:23 pmAmen Abbe! Every meal sounds about right to me too.
John/Kitchen Riffs says
July 15, 2015 at 12:22 pmCorn salsa is really good stuff! And so versatile — there are so many different ways to make it. Although I think you may have found the single best way! This looks wonderful — and I love all the texture in the pictures. Thanks so much!
Tricia Buice says
July 15, 2015 at 4:24 pmThanks so much John – I’m posting a recipe tomorrow that was garnished with the corn salsa – so I think you will like it too. Have a great week!
Susan says
July 15, 2015 at 9:32 amYou have to love the colors of summer! I can’t wait for our local corn to become available and there is a stand nearby that sells freshly picked the same day. Yum! This is a beautiful salsa, Tricia!
Tricia Buice says
July 15, 2015 at 11:34 amI love the colors in this salsa – hope your corn is coming soon!
Vineetha @ Mint and Mimosas says
July 14, 2015 at 4:46 pmGorgeous photo! This corn salsa sounds so summery and perfect for a cookout!
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 9:09 pmThanks Vineetha – thanks so much for stopping by!
Diane (Created by Diane) says
July 14, 2015 at 3:59 pmI just LOVE everything about this, the flavor and colors and it just screams summer!
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 9:08 pmThanks Diane!
cheri says
July 14, 2015 at 12:18 pmHi Tricia, cannot wait until we can start getting corn here. Your salsa is the color of summer at it’s best looks amazing!
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 9:08 pmThanks Cheri! Summer is great for fruits and produce – I just wish it lasted longer!
Monique says
July 14, 2015 at 12:06 pmI love that peaches and cream corn..can’t wait for ours..your salsa is SO appetizing Tricia!
Tricia Buice says
July 15, 2015 at 1:20 amThanks Monique! Hope you have a wonderful week.
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
July 14, 2015 at 7:25 amWow! This looks so fresh and delicious and the colors are teasing me in to the photos!
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 12:06 pmThanks Maureen – it is very tasty with bright, bold flavor – yeah salsa!
Mandy says
July 14, 2015 at 3:04 amWhat a brilliant idea! I love all the wonderful flavours in your sweet corn salsa. Delicious!
Have a wonderful day.
🙂 Mandy xo
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 6:34 amThanks so much Mandy. Hope you’re having a wonderful week.
Betty says
July 14, 2015 at 12:09 amLove this salsa- all of the flavors of summer! Sweet corn is definitely one of the best perks of summer. Growing up on a farm spoiled me for anything but super fresh corn. My dad would always tell my mom to get the water boiling because he was going out to pick the corn for supper. 🙂
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 6:34 amI LOVE this story Betty. Your dad had it all figured out! I can’t imaging how great it was to eat corn like that. What a super “sweet” memory 🙂 Hope you’re having a great summer!
[email protected]'s Recipes says
July 13, 2015 at 10:25 pmI haven’t made any corn salsa this year yet. Time to start a LARGE batch. It looks delicious, healthy and moreish, Tricia.
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 6:33 amA large batch is always a good idea Angie 🙂 Have a great week!
Kennedy Cole| KCole's Creative Corner says
July 13, 2015 at 9:13 pmI could eat salsa EVERY single day! Especially this corn salsa! I love the sweetness of that corn mixed with the spiciness of that jalapeño and the freshness of that cilantro! Looks like the PERFECT combination. I am definitely going to have to try this! Thanks for sharing! 😀
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 6:33 amI could too Kennedy. Fresh is always the very best!
Toni | BoulderLocavore says
July 13, 2015 at 9:11 pmBoy does this look good! So fresh. I love salsas with unique ingredients like this that are still scoopable. Will have to try this when our local sweet corn is in!
Tricia Buice says
July 14, 2015 at 6:32 amThanks Toni! I know you are going to love this Sweet Corn Salsa – it’s great on everything!
Becky Green says
July 13, 2015 at 7:53 pmThis looks HEAVENLY!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😉
Tricia Buice says
July 13, 2015 at 8:12 pmThanks Becky 🙂 Hope you are having a wonderful summer!
Monica says
July 13, 2015 at 7:30 pmI would not be able to resist the just-picked corn either! This is a beautiful salsa – great way to showcase that fresh corn. It really doesn’t get any better. I would hoard all 3 cups of this for myself. : )
Tricia Buice says
July 13, 2015 at 8:12 pmHaha – I know people that eat it raw off the cob – my stomach is too old for that but put it in soup, breads, salads or just on the cob and I am a happy girl! Have a wonderful week Monica!
handmade by amalia says
July 13, 2015 at 7:21 pmWe have beautifully fresh corn available in the market just now. It is so good we usually have it as is, but it is a great idea to make a salsa, wouldn’t have thought of it. Had to catch up on work and chores over the weekend because of my vacation, but next weekend will be all fun!
Amalia
xo
Tricia Buice says
July 13, 2015 at 8:11 pmWe had lots of chores too – enjoy and have a blast! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
sue|theviewfromgreatisland says
July 13, 2015 at 12:46 pmI gorged on corn this weekend, so this is right on target for me! I could plow through that entire bowl in no time!!
Tricia Buice says
July 13, 2015 at 8:10 pmHow funny Sue – that reminds me of an uncle who ate 10 ears of corn in one sitting – he was so miserable but couldn’t stop! Nothing like fresh corn.
Cali @ Cali's Cuisine says
July 13, 2015 at 9:27 amLovely! We just purchased corn yesterday at the market. Corn is in full season. We have been grilling, but I’m feeling inspired by your Corn Salsa!
Tricia Buice says
July 13, 2015 at 8:10 pmThanks Cali – I love it grilled too! Thanks for stopping by – hope you have a great week.
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says
July 13, 2015 at 8:47 amBeautiful! We are starting to get local corn here, as well, so I’m definitely going to be trying this 🙂
Tricia Buice says
July 13, 2015 at 8:09 pmThanks Jennifer – corn is one of those wonderful vegetables that is great in breads, soups, salads or plain! Hope you get to enjoy some soon.