The sweet crunch of summer corn and crisp slices of zucchini are brightened with a zesty dressing in this Zucchini Corn Salad.
Raw Corn Salad
Many years ago, it was this salad that was one of my first experiences with raw corn. I saw a recipe for raw corn salad in a magazine, did a double take, and had to try it. If you’ve never experienced this vegetable raw, I recommend it!
I love the different flavors of the raw zucchini and corn. With a very light lime vinaigrette, it becomes such a fresh-tasting salad for the summer months. I make it at least once a year when corn is in season.
Zucchini Corn Salad
You might be skeptical of having raw zucchini in your salad. But, trust me on this pairing. The flavors, textures, and colors are all so well balanced. It just works!
Who can deny that the taste of fresh-picked, ripe vegetables is better than vegetables that have been on store shelves for a while? I don’t limit myself to shopping seasonal produce, but this zucchini corn salad does make the most of summer’s vegetables. So, you’ll get to enjoy them while both are at their best.
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:
- fresh corn on the cob
- zucchini
- lime juice
- olive oil
- fresh cilantro
- salt and pepper
Start by slicing the kernels off of the cobs. Then, quarter the zucchini and slice them thinly. Place the corn and the zucchini in a bowl and set aside.
Add the lime juice and the oil to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Next, drizzle it over the vegetables in the bowl and toss well to coat. Add the cilantro, salt, and pepper and toss again. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
Corn Zucchini Salad
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Raw Corn and Zucchini Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 3 ears of corns kernels removed from the cob
- 1 medium Italian zucchini thinly sliced and cut bite size
- 1 small Mexican Grey zucchini substitute Italian if unavailable, thinly sliced and cut bite size
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro adjust more or less to taste (use Italian parsley as a substitution)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- ⅛-¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
Instructions
- Place the corn and the zucchini in a bowl and set aside. Then, add the lime and the oil to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Drizzle over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
- Add the cilantro, salt and pepper and toss again. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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{originally published 8/22/12 – recipe notes and photos updated 8/23/23}
Pam says
I adore raw corn, it is so sweet! I love all the flavors of this salad!
Dawnye7 says
Very nice summer dish. I love it.
Jenn says
When I was a kid we used to eat raw corn while still sitting in the garden. I haven't had it since that time though… this does sound delicious!
Joanne says
I ADORE raw corn…I actually like it better than cooked corn! This salad sounds like my kind of meal!
Monet says
I'm sad to say I've never tried raw corn. This needs to change! What a light and refreshing summer salad. Thank you for sharing it with us!
Athena @ Lifes Abundant Adventures says
Looks great! I just started eating raw zucchini, something about the texture kept me away from it for so long.. 🙂
The Slow Roasted Italian says
This sounds so refreshing. We love corn anyway we can get it, so raw corn salad sounds amazing.
Tricia @ saving room for dessert says
I saw that too! I have one more zucchini recipe to post tomorrow – but corn has already dropped off our radar 🙁 I had never tried raw corn until last year – so sweet. Nice one!
Jed Gray (sportsglutton) says
Solid idea of adding lime vinaigrette to "summer up" this salad. Yum!
sweetcarolinescooking.com says
I love the lime vinaigrette here…healthy, fresh and delicious! And not a think I don't like in the recipe. 😉
Angie's Recipes says
The raw salad looks fabulous!
Marjie says
I've never been tempted to try raw corn, either! Looks good.
Pam says
Looks and sounds amazing!
The Café Sucré Farine says
Mary, I love raw corn, to me it's so sweet and I love the crunch. This salad looks wonderful, love the colors and the vinaigrette sounds delicious!
Sue/the view from great island says
How did you know? I've got a bag of corn just waiting for a good idea. Fresh raw corn with a lime vinaigrette sounds drop dead wonderful.
Words Of Deliciousness says
I don't think I have every seen a recipe for raw corn before. This looks really good.
Gerry @Foodness Gracious says
This sounds great, I love raw and I'm for sure going to try this!
Anonymous says
thanks for sharing.
Myriam Quattrini says
I love all your recipes.Made with simple ingredients. Simple instructions also.
Mary Younkin says
I’m so glad you’ve been loving the recipes, Myriam! Enjoy the corn salad.