Crack Corn Salad Recipe: A Refreshing Delight!
This Crack Corn Salad Recipe is a refreshing and delightful dish that combines the sweetness of corn with the savory flavors of bacon, cheese, and a tangy Ranch dressing.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups sweet corn (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
- 12 slices cooked bacon, finely chopped
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For homemade ranch dressing (optional):
- 1½ cups mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Prepare Homemade Ranch Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, buttermilk, onion powder, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside or refrigerate.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix sweet corn, bacon, green onions, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add Ranch Dressing: Pour ½ cup of ranch dressing into the mixture and stir until well coated. Adjust dressing amount for desired creaminess.
- Optional Chill: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this salad by adding ingredients like cherry tomatoes, avocado, or bell peppers.
- For a lighter version, use turkey bacon or omit the bacon entirely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Crack Corn Salad, Corn Salad Recipe, Refreshing Salad Recipe