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Crack Corn Salad

A fun and tasty dish that combines sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a creamy dressing, perfect for picnics, barbecues, and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups sweet corn (cooked and cooled)
  • 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled) Cook until crispy
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cooking the bacon in a skillet until it is crispy. Let it cool, then crumble it into small pieces. Make sure the corn is cooked and cooled before you start mixing.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the sweet corn, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions. Stir gently to mix them together.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix these together until you have a smooth dressing.
Combining and Chilling
  1. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture. Stir well until everything is coated with the dressing.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. After chilling, give the salad a gentle stir. Serve it in a bowl or on a platter, and enjoy this delicious dish!

Notes

For best results, mix the salad just before serving to keep ingredients fresh and crunchy. Can be garnished with extra green onions or cheese.