Summer Corn Salad with Asparagus

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This corn and asparagus salad with sweet peppers and basil is great served as a side dish for an enjoyable taste of summer. The bright yellow, green, and red colors will liven up any meal.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
3 cups

Ingredients

  • 6 ears corn, husk and silk removed

  • 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

  • 1 (7 ounce) jar roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 6 basil leaves, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil grate.

  2. Place the ears of corn on the grill and cook until the kernels are tender, about ten minutes turning frequently. Remove the ears from the grill and cool. Cut the kernels off of the cob.

  3. Fill a large saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add asparagus and cook until just tender, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and rinse immediately under cold, running water until well chilled. Set aside.

  4. Combine the corn, asparagus, roasted peppers, garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

174 Calories
4g Fat
35g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 174
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 155mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 35g 13%
Dietary Fiber 5g 19%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 25mg 2%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 546mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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