Description
Crack Corn Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that brightens any summer gathering. Combining sweet corn, crispy bacon, tangy cheddar cheese, and a creamy Ranch dressing, this salad delivers a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family dinners, it’s incredibly easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Whether served as a side or a main dish, Crack Corn Salad will impress guests of all ages with its colorful presentation and mouthwatering taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 12 slices cooked bacon (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1 jalapeño (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup Ranch salad dressing
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, buttermilk, onion powder, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper for the dressing. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the corn, bacon, green onions, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to avoid mashing the corn.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and stir until all ingredients are well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg