Name: Spinach & Corn Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh corn kernels ((about 2 ears, or use thawed frozen corn)); 2 cups fresh spinach (finely chopped); 1 medium tomato (diced); ½ red onion (finely chopped); 1 jalapeño (or green chili, minced (optional, for spice)); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 lime (Juice of); Salt and black pepper (to taste); ¼ teaspoon cumin (or smoked paprika, (Optional) for extra flavor)

Spinach & Corn Salsa

Spinach and corn salsa is a fresh, colorful mix—kind of like a twist on traditional tomato-based salsa. It usually combines fresh or sautéed spinach, sweet corn kernels, and often tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice.

You can think of it as a hearty, slightly sweet, slightly tangy dip or topping. The spinach adds a bit of earthiness and extra nutrients, while the corn gives crunch and sweetness.

It’s great as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for tacos or grilled chicken, or even mixed into salads or burrito bowls.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Total Time 20

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Mediterranean, Mexican

Servings servings

Calories 83 kcal

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears, or use thawed frozen corn)
2 cups fresh spinach finely chopped
1 medium tomato diced
½ red onion finely chopped
1 jalapeño or green chili, minced (optional, for spice)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lime Juice of
Salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon cumin or smoked paprika, (Optional) for extra flavor

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Instructions

Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and toss in the corn. Sauté 3–4 minutes until slightly caramelized and golden. Let cool.
In a large bowl, combine spinach, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and the cooked corn.
Add lime juice, salt, pepper, and your optional spices. Toss well until everything is evenly coated.
Refrigerate for about 15–20 minutes to let flavors mingle. Serve with tortilla chips, grilled chicken, fish, or over tacos.

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Nutrition

Calories: 83kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 12g (4%)Protein: 2g (4%)Fat: 4g (6%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.003gSodium: 20mg (1%)Potassium: 304mg (9%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 1792IU (36%)Vitamin C: 21mg (25%)Calcium: 29mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword Dip, fresh, healthy, vegetarian

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