Corn Salsa

Corn Salsa

15 min
12 servings

This super fresh, easy Corn Salsa recipe is packed with delicious sweetcorn, juicy tomatoes, red onion, pepper, and jalapenos, with classic Mexican flavors of lime and cilantro! It's perfect for backyard BBQs and picnics on a hot summer's day!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups canned corn ((340ml /12oz))
  • 1 jalapeno ((finely chopped, seeds removed))
  • 1 Roma tomato (diced, no juice) (or ½ cup cherry tomatoes)
  • ½ red onion ((finely diced))
  • ½ red pepper ((finely chopped))
  • ¼ cup cilantro ((chopped))
  • 1 garlic clove ( (minced))
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice ((or vinegar))
  • 1 teaspoon sugar ((optional))
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Add corn, jalapeno, tomato, onion, red pepper, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, sugar, and salt to a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Stir all ingredients together and let sit 1 hour before serving (not necessary but it allows the flavors to meld).

  3. 3

    For more heat, you can add a ¼ teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper.