Zucchini Corn Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

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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originally published 8/22/12 – recipe notes and photos updated 8/23/23