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Red Pepper and Fresh Corn Salad Recipe

By John Mitzewich, About.com

Red Pepper and Fresh Corn Salad Recipe

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This red pepper and fresh corn salad recipe is a colorful, and delicious way to break that summer salad routine. A crunchy, sweet, fresh corn salad is perfect for any picnic, cookout, or barbecue.

Makes 8 Portions of Red Pepper and Fresh Corn Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 6 ears corn, husked
  • 2 large red bell peppers, seeded, sliced into small strips
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley, or cilantro
  • 1/3 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Preparation:
Cook the corn in boiling salted water for 5 minutes. Drain, and when cool enough to handle, cut the kernels off the cob into a mixing bowl, with a sharp knife. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix thoroughly. Chill and toss again before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning to your tastes.
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