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Fresh Cold Summer Corn Dip Recipe with Jalapeño Cilantro Lime Easy and Spicy

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A quick and easy cold dip combining sweet corn, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime with a creamy Greek yogurt base. Perfect for summer gatherings, this dip balances sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors for a refreshing snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) sweet corn kernels
  • 1 medium jalapeño, finely diced (remove seeds for milder heat)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • Juice of 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the corn: If using fresh corn, slice the kernels off about 3 ears of corn (about 3 cups). If frozen, thaw completely and drain any excess water using a fine mesh strainer to prevent a watery dip. This takes about 5 minutes.
  2. Chop the fresh ingredients: Finely dice the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), roughly chop the cilantro leaves, thinly slice the green onions, and mince the garlic if using. This should take around 5 minutes.
  3. Mix the creamy base: In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise until smooth. Add the lime juice and stir to combine.
  4. Add the corn and herbs: Toss in the corn kernels, jalapeño, cilantro, green onions, and garlic. Stir gently to combine, keeping the corn somewhat whole for texture.
  5. Season: Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and if desired, smoked paprika or chili powder. Stir and taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  6. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally an hour, to let flavors meld and the dip cool thoroughly.
  7. Final stir and serve: Stir the dip before serving. If too thick, add a teaspoon of water or more lime juice to loosen. Serve with tortilla chips, fresh veggie sticks, or crackers.

Notes

Use fresh corn and fresh lime juice for best flavor. Thaw and drain frozen corn thoroughly to avoid watery dip. Adjust jalapeño heat by removing seeds and membranes. Chill at least 30 minutes for flavor melding. For smoother texture, pulse half the corn in a food processor before mixing. Can substitute Greek yogurt and mayo with vegan alternatives for a vegan version. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days. Not recommended to freeze.

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Keywords: corn dip, jalapeño dip, summer dip, cold dip, cilantro lime dip, easy dip, barbecue dip, party dip, creamy dip, spicy dip

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