Baldwin County Sweet Corn and Tomato Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

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A fresh, regional summer salad from Alabama’s Baldwin County featuring sweet corn, ripe tomatoes, and a tangy herb vinaigrette. This American-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs fresh sweet corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups (from about 3 ears) fresh sweet corn kernels
1 1/2 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp honey
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup (optional) crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

Step 1: To prepare 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels, stand each ear of corn upright and cut downward with a sharp knife. Place kernels in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Add 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves to the bowl with the corn.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the dressing emulsifies and becomes slightly thick.
Step 4: Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
Step 5: Just before serving, sprinkle 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese over the top for a creamy contrast if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a bright, summery side.