Crack Corn Salad – Your Go-To Flavor Bomb for Summer Gatherings

This Crack Corn Salad is a colorful, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for summer gatherings, combining sweet corn, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar in a creamy dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 cups fresh corn kernels cooked and cooled
1 cup sour cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
1 cup mayonnaise consider low-fat for a lighter option
1 packet ranch dressing mix or use homemade ranch seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder can substitute with fresh minced garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder or use finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon paprika optional but recommended
1 cup cheddar cheese can substitute with pepper jack or dairy-free option
1 cup cooked chopped bacon turkey bacon or plant-based options work too
½ cup chopped green onions or use chives or shallots
to taste none salt
to taste none pepper

Equipment

mixing bowl
spatula
Plastic Wrap

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crack Corn Salad

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 cup of sour cream, and 1 packet of ranch dressing mix. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add 4 cups of corn kernels, 1 cup of chopped cooked bacon, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and ½ cup of chopped green onions. Gently fold using a spatula.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Before serving, stir gently, taste, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill overnight and avoid overmixing to maintain texture.

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