Bell Pepper and Corn Salad Cups
These Bell Pepper and Corn Salad Cups are vibrant, nutritious, and incredibly refreshing. Their combination of crunch, sweetness, and tangy dressing makes them an instant favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 3 large bell peppers red, yellow, or green, halved and seeds removed
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or canned corn drained
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes diced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup black beans optional, for extra protein
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin optional, for added depth
Instructions
- Prepare the Bell Peppers
- Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- Arrange them on a serving plate or tray, ready to be filled.
- Make the Corn Salad
- In a mixing bowl, combine corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black beans (if using), and cilantro.
- Prepare the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and cumin (if using).
- Assemble the Salad Cups
- Spoon the corn salad mixture into each bell pepper half, filling them generously.
- Drizzle the lime dressing over each filled bell pepper.
- Add the Final Touches
- Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese (if using) and garnish with additional cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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