This simple and flavorful Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe is vegan, vegetarian, and Mediterranean diet friendly.
(Vegan, MedDiet)
Made with fresh, colorful, and flavorful ingredients, this salsa features the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors in every bite.
What you will read about in this recipe.
What is Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe?
Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe is a side or condiment idea that is inspired by a popular restaurant salsa.
I like how simple this recipe is to make using fresh ingredients.
Have you tried my Foil Packet Vegetarian Nachos?
Those nachos are individually wrapped portions that are perfect for backyard barbecues or camping. This corn salsa would go great when served with thost foil packet nachos!
To make this recipe you will need chipotle pepper in adobo sauce. You can find a selection of chipotle pepper in adobo sauce here.
Why we love this easy salsa recipe.
This Chipotle Corn Salsa recipe offers a perfect blend of flavors. The smoky chipotle peppers, sweet corn, and other vibrant flavors work well together.
Here is what else we like about this recipe.
- While this salsa tastes great alone as is, it can also be served as a zesty topping or dip for your favorite dishes.
- The colorful presentation of this dip can make about any picnic or barbecue spread look even better.
- It takes less than 10 minutes to make this recipe.
- The ingredients used to make this salsa are basic pantry ingredients that are also inexpensive.
- Personalizing this recipe is as easy as adding minced garlic or black beans.
- This salsa actually tests even better the next day after the flavors have melded together.
Ingredients needed to make homemade corn salsa.
- Corn Kernels. The sweeter the better as the corn is the sweet base balancing out the spicy ingredients. Canned, thawed, or fresh (white or yellow).
- Red Onion. Your onion should be finely chopped.
- Red Bell Pepper. Stem and seeds removed and diced.
- Jalapeño Pepper. Stem and seeds removed and then finely diced.
- Cilantro. Use fresh cilantro that has been chopped.
- Lime Juice. Freshly squeezed is preferred.
- Olive Oil Another flavorful oil such as avocado oil can be used instead.
- Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce. This should be finely chopped.
- Seasonings- ground cumin, smokey paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Tips for making the best chipotle flavored corn salsa.
Using fresh corn is always preferred however, frozen corn that has been thawed or canned corn that has been drained can also be used. While sweet yellow corn and white corn are both sweet, some folks believe that the white corn is sweeter.
More helpful tips for you.
- You can make this salsa more mild, omit the jalapeno and chipotle peppers.
- To kick this corn salsa up a notch, try using a serrano or similar pepper or using more than one jalapeño pepper.
- Dicing or chopping ingredients smaller can help distribute them even better throughout the bowl.
- Add the seasonings and additional ingredient such as peppers after your have combined together the other ingredients. This will make it easier for you to adjust the flavors as needed.
- Adding black beans, minced garlic, chopped green peppers, or chopped olives are interesting ways to add additional flavors and colors to this salsa.
- Refrigerating this dip for as little as a half hour can help the ingredients and flavors meld together before serving.
How to make Chipotle Corn Salsa
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Approximately 2 cups
Prep Time:10 minutes .
Servings: 2 cups .
- Prepare the ingredients as indicated. This includes dicing and chopping.
- In a large bowl, combine together the corn, chopped onion, chopped bell pepper, jalapeño, and cilantro. You can use a rubber spatula or spoon to stir or fold the ingredients together.
- Next, in a smaller bowl, use a whisk to combine together the lime juice, olive oil, and chipotle pepper. You can add seasonings here or after the ingredients have been mixed together. Then pour this mixture over the ingredients in the large bowl and toss the ingredients until the ingredients are well integrated.
- Add your seasonings (or adjustments) to the bowl, toss, and make adjustments as needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate your salsa for at least a half hour.
- You can serve this salsa cold as a dip or a condiment to other recipes such as grilled chicken or on top of a salad.
Expert Tip👉 When working with peppers such as jalapeño pepper, it is important that you take precautions as needed. Wearing gloves, avoiding touching your eyes, and similar precautions are encouraged.
How to store corn salsa.
Leftover chipotle corn salsa should be stored in an airtight container or covered. When properly stored and refrigerated, this corn salsa should keep for about four to five days. You will need to stir the salsa and make adjustments as needed.
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Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe
Equipment
- Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups Corn Kernels.
- ¼ cup Red Onion - chopped
- 1 Red Bell Pepper. - Stem and seeds removed and diced.
- 1 Jalapeño Pepper. - Stem and seeds removed and then finely diced.
- ¼ cup Cilantro. - Use fresh cilantro that has been chopped.
- 1 tbsp Lime Juice.
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce. -This should be finely chopped.
Seasonings- ground cumin, smokey paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients as indicated. This includes dicing and chopping.
- In a large bowl, combine together the corn, chopped onion, chopped bell pepper, jalapeño, and cilantro. You can use a rubber spatula or spoon to stir or fold the ingredients together.
- Next, in a smaller bowl, use a whisk to combine together the lime juice, olive oil, and chipotle pepper . You can add your seasonings here or wait until the ingredients have been combined. Then pour this mixture over the ingredients in the large bowl and toss the ingredients until the ingredients are well integrated.
- Add your seasonings to the bowl, toss, and make adjustments as needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate your salsa for at least a half hour.
- You can serve this salsa cold as a dip or a condiment to other recipes such as grilled chicken or on top of a salad.
Recipe Notes
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Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe a simple and flavorful salsa recipe made with fresh Vegan and Mediterranean Diet ingredients.
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Mary
Loved this easy recipe
Annie
It is a good one!
Jean
Added beans for perfection. Great
Annie
That does sound good!