12 corn recipes worth making before summer’s over
Corn season is short, which is a shame, because it’s one of the few ingredients that doesn’t need much help. These recipes give it just enough to do without turning dinner into a project.
Easy Sweet Potato Cornbread
This sweet potato cornbread is incredibly moist, tender, and delicious. Roasted sweet potato adds a natural sweetness to this savory side dish. Get the recipe: Easy Sweet Potato Cornbread
Tuna Corn Salad
This tuna corn salad is a one-bowl dish made with a few simple, healthy ingredients and ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect as a light lunch or a versatile side dish. Get the recipe: Tuna Corn Salad
Mexican Street Corn
Mexican street corn, known as esquites, is a flavorful treat featuring grilled corn kernels mixed with a creamy, tangy sauce, cheese, and spices. Served off the cob, it’s a perfect and easy-to-enjoy side dish. Get the recipe: Mexican Street Corn
Mango Corn Salsa
This mango corn salsa is fresh, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes. Bursting with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, it makes an ideal appetizer or a tasty topping for your main dish. Get the recipe: Mango Corn Salsa
Fresh Corn Salad
This fresh corn salad features sweet corn, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and tangy feta, all tossed in a light red wine vinaigrette. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or anytime you crave a delicious, year-round side dish. Get the recipe: Fresh Corn Salad
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Street Corn Pasta Salad gives a playful twist to the classic pasta salad by blending creamy, tangy street corn flavors with pasta. This vibrant and easy-to-make dish merges the best of both worlds, making it a delicious side or main course. Get the recipe: Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
This easy air fryer corn on the cob is roasted to perfection—crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a flavorful Indian twist. Spiced with red chili and brightened with fresh lemon juice, this air fryer grilled corn cob is a quick and crowd-pleasing appetizer. Get the recipe: Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Corn Tomato Avocado Salad
Whip up this Corn Tomato Avocado Salad in under 10 minutes! It’s gluten-free, vegan, and packed with healthy, delicious flavors. A perfect, quick side dish. Get the recipe: Corn Tomato Avocado Salad
Garlic Butter Skillet Corn
This skillet-cooked corn with garlic and butter is a flavor-packed, easy-to-make side dish that elevates any meal. It’s a delicious way to add a burst of taste to your plate. Get the recipe: Garlic Butter Skillet Corn
Cajun Corn on the Cob
Summer means corn season, and Cajun Corn on the Cob adds a zesty Cajun kick to this classic favorite. The sweetness of the corn is perfectly balanced by a flavorful burst of spice. Get the recipe: Cajun Corn on the Cob
Charred Corn Salad
This charred corn salad is a fresh and vibrant delight. The smoky flavor of the sautéed corn combines with crunchy celery, mellow cannellini beans, and the nutty creaminess of avocado, creating a dish that’s packed with flavor and texture. Get the recipe: Charred Corn Salad
Cheesy Baked Mexican Street Corn Dip
This cheesy baked street corn dip is basically party fuel. Sweet corn, spices, cream cheese, and cotija come together in one ridiculously good scoop. Get the recipe: Cheesy Baked Mexican Street Corn Dip