The Best Summer Tomato Salad (Southwestern Tomato and Corn Salad)

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: heirloom tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

sweet corn

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen corn

Frozen corn is often cheaper and just as nutritious.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers provide flavor without the heat.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley is a milder, more accessible herb.

Cut the heirloom tomatoes into half inch wedges and arrange them on a platter.

Season the tomatoes with salt and black pepper.

Cut the sweet corn off the cob using a towel to collect the kernels.

Add the corn directly on top of the tomatoes.

In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced jalapeño, minced shallot, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Spoon the dressing over the tomatoes and corn.

Crumble the queso fresco over the salad.

Top with whole cilantro leaves.

Cooking Techniques

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