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Home / Recipes / Side Dish / Simple Corn Homemade Salsa

Simple Corn Homemade Salsa

Published June 9, 2015. Last updated January 23, 2021 by Samantha Rowland

Gluten FreeDairy FreeVegan

Simple corn homemade salsa is a fresh, healthy recipe that you can make anytime of the year. This recipe is the perfect side dish or topping for your favorite burrito bowl or taco Tuesday.  Vegan, gluten free, dairy free and super simple to make!

5 from 4 votes
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simple corn homemade salsa is gluten free, vegan and low fat

What do you need to make the best homemade corn salsa:

  • Cooked fresh corn (grilled or boiled)
  • Tomatoes
  • Red onion
  • Cilantro
  • Lime juice
  • Salt

simple corn homemade salsa packed tomatoes, corn, onion

What other ingredients can you add to this homemade corn salsa:

  • Black beans or kidney beans
  • Roasted red pepper
  • Sliced jalapeno
  • Chopped roasted poblanos
  • Queso Fresco (or even goat cheese) if you can tolerate dairy

What to serve this vegan corn salsa with?

  • Taco night! Serve on top of fresh tacos, burrito bowls, or even enchiladas!
  • As a topping for salmon or chicken to add some flavor and color
  • On the side of your favorite cookout items
  • On eggs leftover roasted or grilled veggies for a simple breakfast scramble.

brightly colored simple corn homemade salsa

How to cut fresh corn from the cob

  • Once the corn is cooked and cooled enough to handle, here is how you can easily cut the corn away from the cob and not make a huge mess.
  • Get two bowls, one small and one pretty large. Flip the small bowl upside down and place it in the center of the large bowl.
  • Hold the ear of corn firmly on the upside down small bowl. Cut down the length of the cob in sawing motion, going around the entire ear of corn. All the kernels will fall into the large bowl, leaving you with NO MESS to clean up after.

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If you love this this homemade corn salsa, you should try:

  • Mango salsa salmon
  • Roasted cauliflower guacamole
  • Mexican Cauliflower Rice
  • Lime Cilantro Cauliflower Rice
  • 10 Minute Black Bean Soup
  • Spicy Sweet Potato Soup
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simple corn homemade salsa

Simple Corn Homeade Salsa

This simple corn homemade salsa is a fresh, healthy recipe that brings bright sweet flavors to your next Mexican Inspired dish.
5 from 4 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: salsa
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Servings: 4
Author: Samantha Rowland

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh corn - about 2 ears of corn
  • 1/2 cup chopped red peppers
  • 1 tomato - chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2-4 tbs. chopped cilantro
  • 2 juice of limes
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Instructions

  • Cook the corn first by boiling it in water for 5-6 minutes or cooking on the grill for 10-15 minutes. Allow the corn to cool. 
  • Cut corn from cob, see the post for tips on how to do this without making a mess. 
  • Add the remaining ingredients to the corn. Stir and refrigerate 30 minutes to let flavors combine.
  • Serve with your favorite Mexican dish or on the side of your favorite dish.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
Calories
68
Carbohydrates
 
16
g
Fiber
 
2
g
Sugar
 
5
g
Protein
 
2
g
Where does nutrition info come from? Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy, sourced from the USDA Food Database.
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  1. Stephanie

    June 15, 2015 at 7:00 pm

    This would not last long in my house! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

    Reply
  2. Deborah Davis

    June 14, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect for cookouts! I always love a quick, healthy and delicious recipe! I am delighted that you shared your wonderful Simple Corn Homemade Salsa recipe with us on the Healthy Happy Green and Natural Party Blog Hop. I’m pinning and sharing.

    Reply
  3. Karly

    June 14, 2015 at 9:02 am

    This is totally my kind of summer snack!

    Reply
    • Karly

      June 14, 2015 at 9:02 am

      And…. Thanks for linking up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!

      Reply
  4. Farrah

    June 12, 2015 at 5:05 pm

    I love all the colors in this. :]! It’d be perfect for summer! :D

    Reply
  5. Jess @hellotofit

    June 10, 2015 at 10:49 pm

    I love grilling corn before putting it into a dish. I haven’t made corn salsa since last year!

    Reply
  6. Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes

    June 10, 2015 at 6:57 am

    Yes, I definitely cut corn like this. I definitely prefer it off the cob vs the can! We love corn salsa in our house! This looks delicious!

    Reply
  7. Mary

    June 10, 2015 at 2:06 am

    5 stars
    I love taco Tuesdays! Great recipe, thanks of sharing.

    Reply
  8. Michaell @ Foodscape

    June 9, 2015 at 10:02 pm

    5 stars
    Your years of food network watching really paid off for ME too!! I love the bowl idea. I totally love blogs…we learn from each other. Beautiful side dish, Sam. Simply gorgeous.

    Reply
  9. rachel @ athletic avocado

    June 9, 2015 at 9:39 pm

    This looks amazing! I love making homemade salsa! It always tastes so much better :)

    Reply
  10. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    June 9, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    yum I love corn salsa and love fresh cilantro too. I add a little jalapeno to mine.

    Reply
  11. jill conyers

    June 9, 2015 at 4:41 pm

    A recipe similar to this is a family and friends favorite and often requested for get togethers.
    Yum!

    Reply
  12. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment

    June 9, 2015 at 4:03 pm

    Looks delicious! I love easy, summer dishes like this one. Thanks, Sam!

    Reply
  13. Lora

    June 9, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    I LOVEEEE corn salsa. I am 100% making this!

    Reply
  14. Chrissy Carroll

    June 9, 2015 at 2:44 pm

    Yum! I love fresh corn – this sounds like a great way to use it!

    Reply
  15. Lori Hart

    June 9, 2015 at 12:33 pm

    I love this summer salsa. Looks so fresh! Found your recipe at the Back to the Basics Link Party. I am the hostesses of Tickle My Tastebuds and would love you to stop by and link this recipe.

    Cheers,
    Lori

    Reply
  16. Dapinder

    June 9, 2015 at 12:11 pm

    Yummy recipe and thanks for the tip for cutting corn on the cob!!

    Reply
  17. Susie @ SuzLyfe

    June 9, 2015 at 7:03 am

    Spoon me. (Both in the utensil sense as well as the cuddling sense). OM NOM NOM

    Reply

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