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    Home » Recipes » Easy Dips and Spreads

    Easy Corn Salsa Recipe

    Published: May 15, 2019 · Modified: May 31, 2024 by Megan Calipari · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    Move over Chipotle, this Easy Corn Salsa recipe is full of fresh ingredients and it's the perfect dip for chips or topping for tacos or burrito bowls. And, this recipe requires no cooking and just 10 minutes to make!

    Corn salsa in a bowl on a white cloth with a jalapeño in the foreground.

    I look forward to taco night every single week. And truthfully, we often have lentil taco night and then a burrito bowl night, because I can't get enough of the toppings! I love to top them with Avocado Crema, or Avocado Pico de Gallo and I especially love my Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw.

    But as soon as summer comes around, it's all about this Easy Corn Salsa. It's fresh and crisp, only requires 6 ingredients, and is absolutely delicious! And it's perfect on top of any taco you make.

    Jump to:
    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Variations
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    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • This recipe only requires 6 ingredients and 10 minutes to make.
    • And it requires no cooking!
    • This Corn Salsa is better than Chipotle.
    • And it's vegan and gluten-free, so anyone can enjoy it.
    • It's delicious on tacos, burritos and as a dip with chips!

    Ingredients

    Fresh Sweet Corn: It wouldn't be corn salsa without fresh sweet corn! Try to buy ears that feel heavy for their size.

    Lime Juice: Use fresh lime juice for this recipe. You may need up to 2 limes, depending on how juicy they are.

    Jalapeno: Jalapeño adds a mild heat- just be sure to chop it as finely as you can so you don't get a big chunk.

    Cilantro: Cilantro adds a lot of freshness to this salsa, but if you are a cilantro hater, leave it out! I've made this recipe for friends who don't like cilantro and its still delicious.

    Variations

    Adjust the heat of your corn salsa by increasing or decreasing the amount of jalapeño.

    If you want to grill the corn, you can absolutely do that. But, don't substitute canned corn or frozen corn! They are too watery.

    Instructions

    Ingredients for Easy corn salsa chopped up and added put into small bowls.

    Step 1. First, remove the corn kernels from of the ears of corn, then chop the bell pepper, onion, jalapeño and cilantro.

    Try to chop the bell pepper and onion to be the same size as the corn kernels!

    Corn salsa in a large mixing bowl with a spoon in it.

    Step 2. Then, add all the ingredients to a large bowl, then add lime juice, salt and pepper and toss to combine. Serve!

    Recipe FAQs

    How long does corn salsa last in the refrigerator?

    Store this salsa in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Can I freeze homemade salsa?

    I do not recommend freezing homemade salsa. When it defrosts, it will be watery.

    Can you eat raw corn?

    Yes! And it's delicious. Its crisp (but not crunchy) and super sweet.

    Expert Recipe Tips

    Try your best to chop the onion and red bell pepper about the same size as the corn kernels. This will make the salsa easier to eat!

    And chop the jalapeño as small as you can so you don't get a big spicy pieces.

    A hand holding a tortilla chip dipping into corn salsa.

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    If you tried this Easy Corn Salsa recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below. Thanks for visiting today!

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    A wide bowl full of Easy corn salsa on a white cloth with a lime and a jalapeño in the foreground.

    Easy Corn Salsa

    Megan Calipari
    Move over Chipotle, this Easy Corn Salsa recipe is full of fresh ingredients and it's the perfect dip for chips or topping for tacos or burrito bowls.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 16 Servings
    Calories 20 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Cutting Board
    • 1 Sharp Knife
    • 1 Mixing Bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 Medium Ears of Corn, shucked
    • 1 Medium Red Bell Pepper, small dice See Note
    • ¼ Medium Red Onion, small dice See Note
    • ½ Medium Jalapeno, minced
    • ⅔ Cup Cilantro, chopped
    • 1 ½ tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
    • Pinch Salt and Black Pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Using a knife, slice the corn kernels from the cobs. To do this with minimal mess, hold an ear of corn vertically, then starting at the middle of the cob slice down toward your cutting board. Turn the cob slightly and repeat. Repeat until you go all the way around the bottom. Then, turn the cob upside down and repeat.
      3 Medium Ears of Corn, shucked
    • Combine corn, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper in a bowl and stir to combine.
      1 Medium Red Bell Pepper, small dice, ¼ Medium Red Onion, small dice, ½ Medium Jalapeno, minced, ⅔ Cup Cilantro, chopped, 1 ½ tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice, Pinch Salt and Black Pepper
    • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Notes

    This recipe makes 4 cups of corn salsa.
    Try to chop the bell pepper and onion about the same size as the corn kernels. This will make the salsa easier to eat!
    And chop the jalapeño as small as you can so there aren't any big spicy chunks.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25CupCalories: 20kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0.001gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 282IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mg
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    Comments

    1. Lauryn

      May 18, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      This looks great and I plan on making it but I have to ask, what is the mango cucumber thing next to the salsa in the picture (I love mangos!)

      Reply
      • Megan Calipari

        May 19, 2019 at 11:18 am

        That is mango cucumber salsa! I have a recipe for it on my site- just type it in the search bar. Mangos are my absolute favorite. Let me know if you try it!

        Reply
    2. Lauryn

      May 18, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      This looks great and I plan on making it but I have to ask, what is the mango cucumber thing next to the salsa in the picture (I love mangos!)

      Reply
      • Megan Calipari

        May 19, 2019 at 11:18 am

        That is mango cucumber salsa! I have a recipe for it on my site- just type it in the search bar. Mangos are my absolute favorite. Let me know if you try it!

        Reply
    3. DONNA MCGEE

      June 22, 2024 at 12:21 pm

      5 stars
      Made this and added a clove of garlic - it was a huge hit! Everyone wanted the recipe.
      Love all of your recipes. Not only are they simple and delicious, but they are so well written and easy to follow.

      Reply
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