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Corn Salsa Recipe

A vibrant corn salsa accented with zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and ripe tomatoes — an ideal companion for tortilla chips, tacos, or burrito bowls.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Corn Salsa Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 scallion finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups sweet yellow corn kernels cooked and cut from about 3 cobs*
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime
  • 1 jalapeño pepper finely diced (discard seeds for a milder taste)
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • 2 small vine-ripened tomatoes seeded and diced

Instructions

  • Combine the corn, tomatoes, red onion, scallion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice in a mixing bowl. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired. Cover and refrigerate for approximately one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Yields about 3 cups.

Notes

*If opting for frozen corn, ensure it is fully thawed before use. To cook corn on the cob, immerse peeled ears in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain and let cool. For microwaving, wrap each ear in a damp paper towel and heat for 3 to 4 minutes until tender. To grill, cook peeled ears over medium heat, turning occasionally until lightly charred, about 10 minutes.