Corn And Raw Mango Salad
Corn & raw mango salad is a refreshing summer salad recipe made with fresh sweet corn, tangy raw mango along with vegetables, herbs, and spices. This is a vegan, gluten-free, healthy and nutritious salad recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Boiled Corns
- 1 cup Raw Mangoes (kairi), peeled & finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cucumber, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Tomatoes, de-seeded & finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds Powder (jeera powder)
- 1 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Freshly crushed Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Coriander Leaves (Cilantro)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
To Cook Sweet Corns
- Add sufficient water in a large pan and bring it to a boil.
- Add the sweet corn kernel. Let the corn kernels boil for about 15-20 minutes till they are cooked.
- Once cooked, drain the water and keep them aside. (If using frozen corn just cook for 5 minutes, as they are already half-cooked).
Making The Salad
- In a big mixing bowl add the cooked corn kernels along with raw mango, cucumbers, red onions, and tomatoes (deseeded).
- Add garam masala powder, cumin seed powder, red chilli powder. Mix well.
- Add salt and freshly crushed black pepper.
- Add fresh cilantro (coriander leaves) and lemon juice.
- Toss the salad well so that all the spices and seasoning coat the corns and veggies evenly.
- Delicious corn & raw mango salad is ready,
- Serve immediately.
More Dressing Options
- Option 1: In a bowl, add a tablespoon of honey & lemon juice. Add minced garlic and add this dressing to the salad.
- Option 2: You can make the dressing using extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice & minced garlic.
- You may also add mint leaves for that refreshing taste.