Easy Street Corn Cucumber Salad | Fresh Creamy BBQ Side Dish
A refreshing, chilled BBQ side dish combining crispy English cucumbers, smoky charred corn, and a zesty lime-mayo dressing. The creamy texture pairs with tangy lime, while feta and chili powder add depth. Crisp and colorful, this salad complements grilled meats perfectly.
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 cups sweet corn, grilled or charred kernels
- 1/4 cup full fat mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice English cucumbers and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Let cucumbers drain for 10 minutes, then rinse to remove salt
- Grill corn cobs over medium-high heat until kernels are charred (6-8 minutes)
- Transfer corn to a colander and let cool
- In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, chili powder, and remaining salt to taste
- Add cooled corn, drained cucumbers, feta cheese, and chopped cilantro
- Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving
Notes
Use Persian cucumbers if seedless/skinnier slices are needed
Add smoked paprika for extra smokiness
Dairy-free: substitute vegan mayo and omit feta cheese
Best served within 24 hours for optimal texture
Storage tip: keep dressing separate until serving to maintain crunch
Add smoked paprika for extra smokiness
Dairy-free: substitute vegan mayo and omit feta cheese
Best served within 24 hours for optimal texture
Storage tip: keep dressing separate until serving to maintain crunch
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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