22 Fresh Corn Recipes That Are a Total Ear-resistible Hit

It’s time to get corny—in the best way possible! Fresh corn is a seasonal superstar, bringing a burst of sweetness to our plates. Whether you’re grilling, chilling, or just looking for new ways to enjoy this golden gem, we’ve got you covered. From salads to soups and even ice cream (yes, you read that right), these fresh corn recipes will keep your summer menu popping.

Close-up of a fresh fruit salsa in a bowl, featuring diced peaches, tomatoes, corn, red onions, and cilantro with tortilla chips on the side. — Photo credit: Sungrown Kitchen.

Simple Summer Tomato Corn Salad

Tomato corn salad with shaved parmesan and basil garnish in white bowl. — Simple Summer Tomato Corn Salad. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This corn and tomato salad is as simple as summer gets with fresh corn, tomato, and basil. Perfect for a light and refreshing dish on a hot day.
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Sweet Corn Peach Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Sweet corn peach chicken salad with honey mustard dressing in a small white bowl with orange spoon and basil garnish. — Sweet Corn Peach Honey Mustard Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This honey mustard chicken salad with sweet corn and peaches is a light lunch that captures the flavors of summer, providing a fresh and fruity taste without the heaviness of mayo.
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Sweet Corn Bacon Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Sweet corn bacon ice cream in a tin with an ice cream scoop. — Sweet Corn Bacon Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet corn bacon ice cream combines creamy sweetness with salty bacon and crunchy chocolate, creating a playful and unexpected summer treat.
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Grilled Bay Scallops with Summer Vegetables

Grilled basil butter bay scallops with zucchini corn and tomatoes on a plate. — Grilled Bay Scallops with Summer Vegetables. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A summer meal made entirely on the grill. Grilled bay scallops with zucchini, corn, and tomatoes are tossed in a simple garlic basil butter sauce, perfect for a warm evening.
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Grilled Hummus Berry Flatbread

Grilled hummus flatbread with fruit and corn. — Grilled Hummus Berry Flatbread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This summer-inspired hummus flatbread is topped with grilled corn and berries, drizzled with a fresh roasted garlic parsley pesto, making it a great bite for weekend gatherings.
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Fresh Summer Corn Gazpacho

Fresh summer corn gazpacho is easy to make and incredibly flavorful. This quick recipe is summer in a bowl, ideal as a side or light dinner.
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Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters

Healthy corn and zucchini fritters are a quick way to add vegetables to your meal. This recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes and works well as an appetizer or side.
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Summer Lentil Corn Salad

Summer lentil corn salad is refreshing and easy to prepare, packed with colorful, healthy veggies. Fresh corn, lentils, and summer vegetables are tossed in a honey-lime dressing for a vibrant dish.
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Grilled Corn And Avocado Salad With Feta Cheese

A bowl of Mexican street corn salad garnished with avocado, jalapeño slices, and lime wedges. Someone's hand is dipping a tortilla chip into the salad. — Photo credit: Dancing Through The Rain.

Grilled corn and avocado salad with feta cheese makes a great side dish for warm weather, featuring sweet corn, creamy avocado, and a savory dressing with a little kick.
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Creamy Elote (Corn) Dip with Poblano Peppers

A bowl of creamy corn dip garnished with cilantro, accompanied by blue tortilla chips and lime wedges on a wooden tray. A striped cloth is to the right of the tray. — Photo credit: A Latin Flair.

This Mexican-inspired Elote dip with Poblano peppers is creamy and crunchy. Fresh ingredients like corn and poblano peppers meld with spices, making a quick 20-minute dip.
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Mexican Elote Street Corn Kale Salad with Spicy Yogurt Lime Dressing

This Mexican kale and elote street corn salad with spicy yogurt lime dressing brings a fun, summery flair to your table, offering a fresh and spicy twist.
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Smoked Elote – Mexican Street Corn

Five Mexican street corn cobs on sticks, covered in cheese, herbs, and spices, are arranged on parchment paper alongside lime wedges, a cup of sauce, and seasoning powder on a rustic surface. — Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Smoked elote takes you on a flavor trip south of the border. This Mexican street corn pairs well with any grilled protein, making it a versatile summer side.
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Fresh Corn Salad Recipe

Fresh corn salad combines sweet corn, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and tangy feta in a light red wine vinaigrette, perfect for BBQs and potlucks.
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Avocado Corn Salad

Creamy avocado meets sweet summer corn, juicy grape tomatoes, and crisp cucumber in this salad. A sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing ties it all together, ideal for backyard barbecues.
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Summer Corn Succotash

Summer corn succotash is a veggie-packed side dish with sweet corn, zucchini, bell pepper, and lima beans. It’s a nutritious and bright addition to your summer meals.
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Sopa de Maiz

This creamy soup is packed with fresh corn flavor and topped with fresh toppings and a tangy cilantro lime crema, making it a great way to use summer sweet corn.
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Maque Choux

Maque Choux gives corn a Louisiana style makeover, sautéed in bacon grease with Cajun or Creole seasoning, along with other flavorful ingredients.
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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

Air fryer corn on the cob is an incredibly easy side. Ready in under 10 minutes with just a handful of ingredients, it’s a quick and delicious summer option.
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Creamy Sweet Corn Chowder Recipe

This creamy corn chowder highlights the flavor of sweet corn paired with savory vegetables. It’s light yet satisfying, perfect for using fresh summer corn.
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Vegetarian Sweet Corn Soup

Vegetarian sweet corn soup combines the natural sweetness of corn with various vegetables. Made in an Instant Pot, it’s a flavorful and comforting dish enjoyed worldwide.
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Mango Corn Salsa

Mango corn salsa is a summertime essential, perfect as a fresh appetizer or snack with tortilla chips, or a topper for chicken rice bowls or fish tacos.
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Peach Corn Salsa

Peach corn salsa captures summer in a bowl with ripe peaches, grilled sweet corn, bright cilantro, and lime. It’s great dipped with chips or as a topper for tacos, rice bowls, burritos, or salads.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.