COLORFUL CORN SALAD

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This colorful, tasty corn salad is an excellent way to perk up a summer picnic. The seasonings add a bold, refreshing Southwestern flavor that brings people back for seconds. It's nice to have a different kind of salad to share. -Helen Koedel, Hamilton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 16-18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen corn, thawed
2 cups diced green pepper
2 cups diced sweet red pepper
2 cups diced celery
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. In a microwave-safe dish, combine oil and garlic. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30 seconds. Cool. Whisk in lime juice. Pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.