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Crack Corn Salad

Crack Corn Salad: A Creamy, Crunchy Summer Delight

This Crack Corn Salad is a delicious no-cook side dish featuring sweet corn, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups sweet corn canned (well-drained), frozen (thawed), or fresh
  • 6 slices cooked bacon crumbled finely
  • 1/4 cup green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 each jalapeño finely diced, seeds optional
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp, aged yellow
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup ranch salad dressing store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste none salt
  • to taste none pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the sweet corn, crumbled bacon, green onions, and jalapeño. Mix gently until combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, lime juice, garlic powder, and seasonings until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and stir gently to combine without crushing the ingredients.
  4. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Before serving, stir the salad gently and garnish with additional green onions or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve chilled and fresh. Consider adding bacon just before serving for additional crunch.

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