Print

Flavorful Brown Butter Corn Salad with Feta and Lime

brown butter corn salad - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy summer corn salad featuring nutty browned butter, fresh lime, and tangy feta, perfect for picnics and potlucks.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5 ears of corn), cut off the cob
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lime
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of chili flakes or small diced jalapeño

Instructions

  1. Use a sharp knife to carefully slice the kernels off about 5 ears of fresh corn, yielding roughly 4 cups. If using frozen corn, thaw completely and drain excess water. Set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Keep a close eye as it starts to foam and then turn golden brown with a nutty aroma—this will take about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
  3. While the butter browns, finely chop ¼ cup red onion and 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro. Zest and juice one large lime—measure about 2 tablespoons juice and 1 teaspoon zest.
  4. In a large bowl, add the corn kernels, red onion, and cilantro. Pour the warm brown butter over the corn and stir gently to coat every kernel.
  5. Crumble ½ cup feta cheese over the salad, then add the lime juice and zest. Toss gently to combine, making sure the cheese mixes in but doesn’t mush.
  6. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste. Give one last gentle toss. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes in the refrigerator to let flavors meld.

Notes

Use a light-colored pan to better monitor the butter browning process. Stir gently and watch closely to avoid burning the butter. Fresh corn is preferred for best texture and sweetness. Chilling the salad for 15-20 minutes enhances flavor melding. For a vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan margarine and use plant-based feta or omit cheese.

Nutrition

Keywords: brown butter corn salad, feta corn salad, summer salad, picnic salad, lime corn salad, easy corn salad, vegetarian corn salad

Find it online: https://twinkletaste.com/flavorful-brown-butter-corn-salad-with-feta-and-lime-easy-recipe-for-summer-picnics/