Corn and Tomato Salad with Chive Vinaigrette
Fresh corn and tomato salad with chive vinaigrette combines sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a light lemon-shallot dressing. It’s a simple summer side dish that pairs easily with grilled meats, seafood, and sandwiches.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh sweet corn (about 2 cups kernels) frozen can be substituted, see notes
- 1 pint cherry (or grape) tomatoes halved
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the dressing:
- 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon minced shallot
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons minced chives
Instructions
- Lightly rinse each ear of corn under cool running water to remove any dirt. Pat dry with paper towels and arrange the ears directly on the microwave turntable, leaving a little space between them.
- Microwave on high for 10 minutes, turning once halfway through for even cooking.
- While the corn cooks, place the tomatoes in a bowl, season lightly with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking the olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, shallot, salt, and chives together until well blended.
- Remove the corn from the microwave and set aside until cool enough to handle. Cut off the bottom (stem end) about 1/2 inch up from the base. Hold the ear at the silk end, then firmly squeeze and shake until the cob slides out, silk-free. Cut the kernels from the cob and transfer them to a serving bowl.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the tomatoes from the bowl, leaving any accumulated liquid behind, and add them to the corn. Drizzle the dressing over the corn and tomato mixture. Toss gently to coat, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
Using frozen corn: If you can't get fresh corn, frozen will work in a pinch. Cook it just until tender, then let it cool completely and gently blot it dry with paper towels before adding the dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 142 | Total Fat: 14g | Sodium: 298mg | Carbohydrates: 4g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Protein: 1g