Anytime I make anyone this Cucumber Corn Salad with Honey Shallot Dressing they instantly ask for the recipe. It is so flavorful and delicious it is hard to believe that it is made with such simple ingredients. Pair it with your favorite protein for the ideal fresh summer meal.
For another yummy corn recipe you need to try my one pan chicken thighs with zucchini and corn!
Why you'll love this recipe
Quick and easy – Made with simple ingredients and ready in 15 minutes.
Perfect for summer. Fresh corn, cucumber, and basil make this a delicious way to use seasonal produce.
Versatile - This salad pairs well with any protein from beans to meat to fish.
Diet friendly - this salad is naturally vegetarian and can easily be made vegan.
Ingredients
- corn
- basil
- cucumber
- olive oil
- lemon
- honey
- salt
- pepper
- paprika
- shallot
- mustard
Instructions
Mix together dressing.
Toss together salad with dressing.
Divide out salad and serve.
Substitutions
- honey - can be subbed with maple syrup.
- basil - can be subbed with parsley.
Storage instructions
You can store the salad in a sealed container in your fridge for up to three days.
Equipment
You just need mixing bowls for this recipe, I love these ones.
Recipe FAQS
Yes, you can use maple syrup instead of honey and just omit the feta.
This salad goes well with any protein. You could add beans or pair it with tofu or fish.
Recipe Pro-Tips
Use very fresh produce for the best tasting salad.
Use a good quality olive oil for the most flavorful dressing, I love this one because it is high in polyphenols.
Other salads to try
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Cucumber Corn Salad with Honey Shallot Dressing
Equipment
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 medium to large cucumbers - diced I used two 7 inch long cucumbers
- 3 ears corn - husked leave the corn raw
- ½ cup basil - finely chopped
- ½ cup crumbled feta
Instructions
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients.
- Add all salad ingredients to a bowl and toss together with dressing. Serve with your favorite protein and enjoy.
Carl says
This is my dream summer salad!
Jenn P says
Very easy to put together and perfect for the CSA veggies I received this tonight. I wasn’t sure if I was suppose to cook the corn, so I just cooked it for 5 mins.
Family liked the salad flavors a lot. So fresh tasting!
Kristi says
Thanks Jenn!! I leave the corn raw for this recipe but cooking it works too.