12 Fresh Corn Appetizers

12 Fresh Appetizers You Can Make With Corn

Updated on June 9, 2024

Southern Living Corn and Tomato Salad in a serving bowl to serve — Photo:
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

You can't go wrong starting out any gathering with fresh corn and these appetizers do just that. While corn is known for making great side dishes and being a key ingredient in casseroles, the versatile produce stars in these delicious appetizer recipes. Plus, they all come together with 45 minutes or less of hands-on time.

From dips to salads to finger foods and more, there's sure to be a corn appetizer on this list to fit any gathering you're hosting or attending.

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Charred-Vegetable Guacamole

Adding grilled corn, onion, and chiles takes homemade guacamole to the next level.

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Corn-And-Tomato Salad

The flavors of this salad will get better the longer it sits, so it's a great make-ahead option.

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Mexican Corn (Elotes)

Southern Living Mexican Corn on a platter to serve with beers — Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke

Though this corn dish looks impressive, it comes together in just 20 minutes.

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Black Bean And Corn Salsa

Southern Living Black Bean Corn Salsa in a bowl to serve with tortilla chips, lime wedges, and glasses of beer — Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

While we recommend preparing this dip with fresh corn, you can easily swap in frozen or canned corn if desired.

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Corn-and-Smoked Sausage Nachos

Fresh corn is just the addition the cheese sauce for these nachos was waiting for. Plus, Conecuh Sausage makes them even better.

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Corn and Jalapeño Dip

Corn and JalapeÃ±o Dip — Hector Manuel Sanchez

Not only will your slow cooker help this dip come together easily, but it'll also keep it warm until you're ready to serve.

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Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad

All of summer's favorite produce comes together in one delicious salad.

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Street Corn Salad

Just a little stirring is required to whip up this corn salad.

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Vegetable Tart

Throw all of the freshest summer veggies together and bake a light and flaky tart that was made for slicing for pre-dinner nibbles.

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Corn And Tomato Salad

This salad really has it all – and it comes together in just 15 minutes. With sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, cheese, and a creamy dressing, this corn and tomato salad is the perfect starter for warm summer months.

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