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Quick and Easy Sweetcorn Salsa

This vibrant and flavourful sweet corn salsa is a perfect addition to any meal. Whether you're using it as a dip, a topping, or a side, the combination of charred corn, sweet mango, and zesty lime will brighten your dish.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 150 g (1 cup) small mango, diced
  • 200 g (1 ¼ cups) corn , removed from fresh cobs
  • 75 g (½ cup) red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 75 g (½ cup) red onion, finely diced
  • ½ green jalapeño, finely diced
  • ½ bunch of coriander, cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Char the Corn:

  • Begin by removing the kernels from the corn cobs and placing them in a dry cast-iron skillet. The skillet must be dry to achieve the desired dark char marks. Cook the corn over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once the corn has charred, remove it from the heat and set it aside.

Prepare the Vegetables:

  • Dice the mango and red bell pepper, and add them to a medium mixing bowl. Incorporate the finely diced red onion and jalapeño into the bowl.

Combine and Season:

  • Add the charred corn to the bowl and season with sea salt. Mix in the chopped coriander (cilantro) and squeeze in the lime juice.

Final Mix:

  • Stir all ingredients together until well combined. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

  • For Frozen Corn: Run it under warm water and let it drain in a colander for a few minutes before charring it in a dry pan.
  • For Tinned Corn: Ensure it is well-drained before adding it to the pan to char.
  • Achieving the Perfect Char: For the best flavour, allow the corn to sit undisturbed for a few minutes in the pan before stirring. This helps in getting those perfect char marks.
  • Adjusting Heat: Feel free to adjust the amount of jalapeño based on your heat preference. Removing the seeds can also reduce the heat if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1110IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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