If you wait all year for fresh corn, this is your season! While ears of the sweet yellow vegetable are delicious on their own, there are plenty of ways to incorporate those tasty kernels into your summertime dishes. We found ten family-friendly recipes that showcase the smooth and satisfying flavor of fresh corn.
From soups and salads to salsa and side dishes, we found some surprising ways to use the corn you picked up at the farmers' market or your grocer's produce section, so get shucking and enjoy!
What's your favorite way to eat fresh corn?
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Fresh Corn Bisque
Fresh Corn Bisque, made with just five ingredients — Chris at The Café Sucre Farine says this silky-smooth soup takes well under an hour to prepare. Drizzling a little pesto oil on top makes this a showstopping first course!
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Sweet Corn Chowder
Maria of Two Peas & Their Pod uses three ears of fresh corn to create this delicious Sweet Corn Chowder. When your farmers' market is still open but you're getting ready to start making the transition into fall, Maria says this is the perfect way to get in the mood for autumn.
Cheddar Corn Fritters
Deborah of Taste and Tell created these Cheddar Corn Fritters that she says "are made from corn that is combined with cheddar cheese and then fried into little cakes that are melt-in-your-mouth delicious." The kids will go crazy for these.
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Avocado Corn Salsa
Chungah An of Damn Delicious says her Avocado Corn Salsa tastes "just like Chipotle’s corn salsa, but it’s really a million times better!" Serve with tortilla chips and your family will be in awe!
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Southwestern Dip
Fresh corn, red onion, and jalapeños (optional) give this Southwestern Dip a nice, sweet and spicy kick. Martha of A Family Feast and her husband, Jack, agree it's one of the best dips they've ever made!
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Chicken, Zucchini & Fresh Corn Burgers
Talk about innovative! Chris at The Café Sucre Farine came up with this Chicken, Zucchini & Fresh Corn Burger recipe after being inspired by a similar turkey burger while living in London. She serves them wrapped in flour tortillas and topped with a Greek yogurt sauce. Can't wait to try this one!
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Sweet Corn & Zucchini Pie
Lindsay of Pinch of Yum says this Sweet Corn & Zucchini Pie has her "wrapped around its cheesy, melty, vegetarian-ness." It's just that good! Look how pretty and colorful it is! And it's pie, so everyone will be excited to dig in.
Parmesan Corn
Aubrey of Real House Moms says this Parmesan Cilantro Corn is really tasty and addictive. It's a great side dish for pork, chicken, and steak.
Fresh Corn Caprese Salad
A salad that contains miniature mozzarella balls? We're in! Chris at The Café Sucre Farine shares her recipes for this Fresh Corn Caprese Salad that looks as lovely as it is delicious.
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Mexican Chopped Salad
Chris of The Café Sucre Farine says her Mexican Chopped Salad is "the kind of salad I can never get enough of: fresh, vibrantly colored, loaded with flavor. Eating it makes me feel energetic and healthy." It pairs well with chicken, pork, or seafood, she adds. Yum!
