Fresh Homemade Corn Salsa

Name: Fresh Homemade Corn Salsa
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups corn kernels (thawed if frozen or canned and drained); 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced; 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

This bright and zesty corn salsa brings a perfect pop of flavor to any taco night or backyard barbecue.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

40 minutes

Serves

There is something special about a good corn salsa. It is crisp, slightly sweet, and has just enough heat to keep things interesting. I love making this when corn is at its best because the fresh crunch is unbeatable for a quick snack or topping.

My favorite trick for this recipe is to make sure you mince your red onion and jalapeño very finely. This ensures you get a little bit of every flavor in every single bite rather than just big chunks of onion.

🧺 Ingredients

2 cups corn kernels (thawed if frozen or canned and drained)
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon chili powder

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
If you are using frozen corn, thaw it completely and pat it dry with a paper towel.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the corn, red onion, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro.
3
Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with the salt and chili powder.
4
Stir everything together well until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
5
Cover and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. This salsa pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or as a simple dip with tortilla chips. If you like it extra spicy, leave some of the seeds in the jalapeño.

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