🌽 Easy Flavor-Packed Corn Salad (Weight Watchers Friendly)

This vibrant corn salad is sweet, zesty, and herb-loaded, with juicy tomatoes, crisp onion, and fresh parsley. It’s light, satisfying, and comes together in minutes—ideal as a side dish or a simple weeknight meal.

🧾 Ingredients

• 3 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned—drained)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
• ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 clove garlic, minced

🔪 Instructions

1. Prep the corn
   • If using fresh corn, cook briefly and let cool.
   • Frozen corn: thaw and drain.
   • Canned corn: rinse and drain well.
2. Chop veggies
   Dice tomatoes, finely chop onion, and parsley.
3. Mix everything
   In a large bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, onion, and parsley.
4. Dress the salad
   Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Add salt, pepper, and garlic if using.
5. Toss & chill
   Mix well and let sit for 10–15 minutes for flavors to blend.
6. Serve
   Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

⚖️ Weight Watchers Tips

• Keep oil to 1 tbsp or less to reduce points
• Use spray oil if you want to cut points further
• This salad is naturally low in points, especially if you skip extra add-ins

❓ Q&A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! It actually tastes better after sitting for a few hours in the fridge.

Q: How can I add protein?
A: Toss in grilled chicken, shrimp, or black beans (adjust points accordingly).

Q: Can I make it creamy?
A: Add a spoon of light Greek yogurt or a little light mayo for a creamy twist.

Q: What herbs can I substitute?
A: Cilantro or basil work great if you don’t have parsley.

💡 Flavor Boost Ideas

• Add diced avocado (healthy fats, more filling)
• Sprinkle chili flakes or paprika for a kick
• Crumble a little feta cheese (optional, adds points).