Crack Corn Salad
A heartwarming and simple Crack Corn Salad, perfect for gatherings and BBQs, combining fresh corn, creamy dressing, crispy bacon, and cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (with substitutions)
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels (cooked and cooled)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1.5 cups mayonnaise
- 1 oz ranch dressing mix
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked chopped bacon
- 3 green onions (chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook your corn: Boil or grill the fresh corn until tender, about 5-7 minutes. If using frozen corn, ensure it’s cooled before adding to the salad.
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Whisk until creamy.
- Add the corn: Gently fold the cooled corn into the dressing mixture.
- Incorporate the cheese and bacon: Toss in the cheese and bacon and stir gently.
- Final touches: Add the chopped green onions, season with salt and pepper, and adjust flavors as needed.
- Chill it out: Cover the salad and let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with flair: Give it a stir, pour into a bowl, and garnish with reserved cheese and bacon.
Notes
For variations, consider adding spicy elements like jalapeños, or swap bacon for a vegetarian option like toasted sunflower seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: crack corn salad, corn salad, summer salad, BBQ side dish