Crack Corn Salad Zesty Bacon (Printable Version)
Sweet corn, bacon, cheddar, jalapeño, and ranch deliver bold flavor with cool crunch in every bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salad
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4 cups sweet corn, drained if canned or thawed if frozen
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12 slices bacon, cooked and finely chopped
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60 g green onions, chopped
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1 jalapeño, finely diced
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120 ml Ranch dressing
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100 g cheddar cheese, shredded
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Juice of 1 lime
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Homemade Ranch Dressing (optional)
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360 g mayonnaise
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120 g sour cream
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80 ml whole milk
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60 ml buttermilk
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 teaspoon fresh dill
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Salt and pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, whole milk, buttermilk, onion powder, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. Cover and refrigerate if not using immediately.
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Place sweet corn, chopped bacon, green onions, diced jalapeño, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
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Pour ranch dressing over the salad mixture and gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
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Optionally, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill before serving, if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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For extra flavor, use grilled corn in place of standard sweet corn.
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Customize the spice level by varying the amount of jalapeño or substituting bell pepper for less heat.
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Ideal as a make-ahead side for barbecues, picnics, and gatherings.