Description
A vibrant salad combining the sweetness of fresh corn with the savory crunch of crispy bacon, enveloped in creamy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup cooked bacon (chopped)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1/2 cup jalapeños (diced, fresh or pickled)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Combine the corn, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar, diced jalapeños, and green onions in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the sour cream and ranch dressing in a separate small bowl until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the corn mixture, stirring slowly to coat evenly.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: The salad gets better as it rests! Prepare it a day in advance. Customize by adding diced bell peppers or avocados.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: salad, corn salad, bacon salad, summer recipe, picnic food