Description
Craving a quick and flavorful dip or topping? This 5-minute chipotle corn salsa recipe brings bold, smoky heat with sweet corn, zesty lime, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, or as a party appetizer, this recipe packs vibrant flavor in every bite — with no cooking required!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sweet corn (canned, drained or thawed frozen) | 2 cups |
| Chipotle peppers in adobo (minced) | 1–2 peppers, to taste |
| Red onion (finely diced) | ½ cup |
| Fresh cilantro (chopped) | ¼ cup |
| Lime juice (freshly squeezed) | 2 tablespoons |
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon (or to taste) |
| Black pepper (optional) | ¼ teaspoon |
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients
Drain corn or thaw frozen corn. Mince chipotle peppers. Dice red onion and chop fresh cilantro. -
Mix the Salsa
In a medium mixing bowl, combine corn, chipotle peppers, onion, and cilantro. -
Add Flavor
Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toss and Serve
Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–30 minutes for deeper flavor
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Dip
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired, Tex-Mex