Description
A creamy, bacon-flavored corn salad perfect for summer BBQs and potlucks, featuring a delicious mix of sweet corn, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups corn (canned, frozen, or fresh cooked) (Drain well if canned.)
- 6 slices bacon (cooked until crisp and chopped) (Crisp is key for texture.)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded, sharp is best) (Shred your own for best texture.)
- 1 cup ranch dressing (store bought or homemade) (Use light ranch for a lighter option.)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or sour cream (Use for extra creaminess.)
- 1/4 cup green onions (sliced) (Adds color and bite.)
- to taste dash salt (Use sparingly, bacon and ranch add salt.)
- to taste dash pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Drain corn really well. If using frozen, thaw and pat dry.
- Cook bacon until crisp, then cool and chop.
- In a big bowl, stir together ranch dressing and a little mayo or sour cream.
- Add corn, bacon, shredded cheddar, and sliced green onions.
- Stir until everything is coated. Taste, then add pepper and only a pinch of salt if needed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes so the flavors come together.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It tastes best on day one and two. If the salad seems too thick after chilling, stir in a little extra ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, BBQ