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Crack Corn Salad Recipe

Irresistible Crack Corn Salad Recipe for Summer Fun!

This Crack Corn Salad Recipe features sweet corn, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, making it a perfect summer side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Sweet Corn fresh, frozen, or well-drained canned
  • 6 slices Crispy Bacon cooked thoroughly and crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons Green Onions finely sliced, both white and green parts
  • 1 medium Jalapeño remove seeds for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all ingredients. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
  2. Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine drained sweet corn, crumbled bacon, jalapeño, and green onions. Add ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, lime juice, and garlic powder. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, stir salad gently and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, add crumbled bacon just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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