Description
Chipotle corn salsa is a vibrant and flavorful dish that adds excitement to any meal. Bursting with the sweetness of fresh corn, the smoky heat of chipotle peppers, and the freshness of herbs, this salsa is perfect for summer barbecues, taco nights, or as a tasty snack with tortilla chips. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, it transforms ordinary gatherings into lively feasts. Enjoy the bold flavors and delightful textures in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh sweet corn (about 3 medium ears or 1 can [15 oz] drained)
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced)
- ? cup red onion (finely chopped)
- ? cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn if using fresh; alternatively, drain canned corn.
- Finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, mash chipotle peppers with some adobo sauce until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine corn, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and chipotle paste; stir gently.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping on tacos or grilled meats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg