Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad
Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad brings crisp-tender asparagus and juicy kernels together with smoky roasted red peppers and fresh basil. A light balsamic and olive oil dressing ties it all together with a gentle tang and herbaceous finish. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for picnics, cookouts, or as a vibrant side at weeknight dinners.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 39 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 59
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 39
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-low and lightly oil the grate.
- 2
Place the ears of corn on the grill and cook, turning frequently, until the kernels are tender, about ten minutes. Remove the ears from the grill and let cool. Cut the kernels off the cob.
- 3
Fill a large saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add asparagus and cook until just tender, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and rinse immediately under cold running water until well chilled. Set aside.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the corn, asparagus, roasted peppers, garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
- Calories 129.54 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 4.83 g Low Source 10%
- Carbohydrate 17.91 g 7%
- Total Fat 4.33 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.32 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 336.85 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 4.71 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 12.76 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 28.45 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 2.31 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 434.07 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 36.67 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 9.86 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Balsamic Vinegar, Corn, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 129.54 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Balsamic Vinegar, Corn, Fresh Basil, Minced Garlic. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 129.54 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad healthy?
- Asparagus and Sweet Corn Summer Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 129.54 calories and 4.83 g of protein, or 10% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 336.85 mg (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Corn, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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