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Basil Chive Cucumber & Corn Salad

by Ann
72 comments

just very slightly adapted from my friend Ann at The Fountain Avenue Kitchen

Basil Chive Cucumber & Corn Salad ~ Sumptuous Spoonfuls #cucumber #corn #basil #salad #recipe


Fresh summer corn with crunchy cucumbers, basil and chives … what more could you need to make a great salad? Not much, really. Just a couple tablespoons full of light mayonnaise and you’re done. It’s a simple, fresh and healthy cucumber recipe everyone will love. I mean, who doesn’t love cucumbers?

When I was pondering what to do with the fresh sweet corn and other garden goodies from my mom and dad’s garden last week, my friend Ann at The Fountain Avenue Kitchen shared this cucumber salad recipe. I have seen it before, but sometimes it’s all about the timing … THIS time I had a big bunch of fresh picked sweet corn to use up, along with some lovely English cucumbers from my mom’s garden. I cooked up the corn earlier this week and was headed back up to my parents’ place this weekend and thought I should make up this salad real quick before we go and have something all ready to eat when I got there.

It only took me a few minutes to put together (but the corn was already done and waiting …) … I just peeled and chopped the cucumber, added the basil and chives and stirred in the bit of mayo and TA DA! a gorgeous, crunchy, delicious chopped salad.  The tiny bit of mayonnaise mixes with the juices from the corn and cucumber to make a light and delightful dressing.

Mom and Dad both loved it … we ate it for two meals and they were glad that I left the rest with them. Thanks Ann for the awesome recipe! As usual, you rock 🙂

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Basil Chive Cucumber & Corn Salad

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: About 5 cups of salad 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups cooked cut corn (from about 5 medium cobs)
  • 2 cups cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 1 large cucumber)
  • 1/2 cup basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chives, snipped
  • 2 Tablespoons light mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)
  • Salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, toss together the corn, cucumber, basil and chives. Stir in the mayonnaise. Add salt & pepper to taste.
  2. Serve within a few minutes … or store in a covered container in the fridge until serving time.

Notes

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72 comments

Ann September 1, 2014 - 8:12 am

I’m so glad you enjoy what is a summer recipe staple in our house! Don’t you love it when something so fresh and delicious is also so easy?!

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eva September 1, 2014 - 9:45 am

Thabnks for all ideas for putting together
favorite healthy foods…

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Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life September 1, 2014 - 10:53 pm

This looks so delicious! There is nothing better than summer corn! I am going to be very sad at the end of the season!

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Andrea June 18, 2015 - 9:28 am

I used frozen white and yellow corn when I made this last night. Just thaw the corn or microwave it for 2 minutes. It tasted just like fresh~ So you can make it all year. I also use Miracle Whip for less calories 🙂

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Ann June 18, 2015 - 7:06 pm

Great to hear! Thank you Andrea for letting us know how it turned out with frozen corn and Miracle Whip. 🙂

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David MULLEN May 30, 2020 - 7:03 pm

I grilled the corn. Added a lttle extra pop to it.

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AnnMarie September 3, 2014 - 7:55 pm

This sounds and looks great! I have fresh chives in my garden and there is still plenty of fresh corn at our local stand. Pinned!

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Mollie @sprinkles of life June 18, 2015 - 10:11 pm

This looks great! And almost everything could be pulled from my garden! I might try replacing the cucumber with zucchini and add a few shakes of smoked paprika! Thanks for sharing!

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Ann June 19, 2015 - 5:59 pm

Great ideas, Mollie! So glad you like the recipe.

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Heidi July 10, 2015 - 6:53 pm

Does this store well? I was going to make it up the night before since I have to work. I just wanna make sure it will still be delicious the next afternoon!

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Ann July 10, 2015 - 9:45 pm

Yes, Heidi, it’ll definitely keep for a day (or possibly two or three) in the fridge. You’ll be fine. 🙂

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Heidi July 13, 2015 - 12:47 am

just wanted to let you know this was a huge hit! I added a little chopped onion and garlic salt and it went over great! I actually made a double batch and didn’t have any left!thanks for sharing.

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Ann July 13, 2015 - 7:27 pm

That makes me SO happy, Heidi! Thank you for your sweet comment. You made my day.

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Ginny Gaston July 30, 2015 - 6:50 pm

Made this today and really liked it. I only had 3 leftover ears of corn but it still worked nicely. Used about half the chives and added chopped onion and garlic salt as another reader mentioned. I didn’t have enough basil so used basil aioli that I had and just omitted the mayo. Will make again!!

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Ann July 30, 2015 - 8:13 pm

Yay that makes me so happy, Ginny! Thanks for letting me know. 🙂

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Erin Rose August 14, 2015 - 3:36 pm

Made this today since I had some corn and cucumbers from my CSA box to use up. It was SO good! I didn’t have any fresh basil so I just sprinkled some dry on my salad while mixing in the mayo. Thanks! Already passing this on to my sister to try!

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Ann August 14, 2015 - 8:06 pm

I’m so glad it turned out well for you, Erin! Thank you for sharing your results.

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Lisa May 13, 2016 - 12:21 am

I’ve now made this recipe multiple times and just wanted to comment to say how much I love it! I’ve made it for parties and there’s never any left! My boyfriend and I often make this with grilled corn and fresh basil from the garden. I think the recipe is perfect as is- simple, fresh, and delicious. Thank you for sharing!

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Ann May 14, 2016 - 12:49 pm

Oh Lisa, thank you SO much for stopping by to tell me that. You totally made my day. 🙂

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Tara June 7, 2016 - 6:16 pm

Just to clarify – is the corn cooked?

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Ann June 8, 2016 - 9:38 pm

Hi Tara,

Yes, the corn is cooked. If it’s frozen corn, no need to “cook it” because frozen corn is generally blanched before freezing. Just thaw it and toss it in the salad.

Thanks for asking!

Ann

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Patti June 12, 2016 - 10:59 am

The photo appears to have thyme in it but I don’t see it in the recipe. Is there thyme in the salad?

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Ann June 12, 2016 - 8:30 pm

Thanks for asking, Patti … no that’s not thyme, it’s a very small-leafed basil. I didn’t think it looked like basil either, but it was beautiful!

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Deb Smith July 3, 2016 - 10:51 am

Just made this today. I added some chopped celery as I was light on the corn, and added a few sprigs of mint, too, along with the basil and chives. Came out yummy!

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Ann July 4, 2016 - 3:45 pm

Hurrah! That makes me so happy to hear, Deb. I need to make this yummy salad again. 🙂

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Elise August 26, 2016 - 3:50 pm

Thanks for this recipe! I have had some crazy pregnancy cravings for corn and cucumbers and never thought to combine them! Thank Pinterest I found you!

What would this pair well with? I plan to use this as a side dish at Sunday Supper, but wondering what main would be delicious with this.

Thanks!

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Ann August 26, 2016 - 6:53 pm

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Thanks for asking … and I’m so glad you found me, too!

Ann

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Paula Williams September 11, 2016 - 5:43 am

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Ann September 11, 2016 - 8:07 am

I like your twist on the recipe, Paula! It’s awesome how you’ve made it your own. Thanks for the sweet comment–I will have to try your version.

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Bonnie May 30, 2018 - 5:32 pm

Sounds yummy. I love any kind of fresh corn salad. Think I will make this using fresh corn – not cooked. Seems like it would be more crunchy.

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Vanessa June 4, 2018 - 6:28 pm

Love this recipe…I made this with oven roasted corn in the cob and mayo with avocado oil with a squeeze of lime…

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Thanks for sharing, Vanessa! It’s one of my favorite salads, too. 🙂

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Betsy October 26, 2018 - 6:38 pm

Hi made this with roasted corn and substituted yogurt for the mayo loved it

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Ann October 28, 2018 - 8:14 am

Awesome! I bet the roasted corn tasted wonderful. I love that you substituted yogurt for the mayo too–great healthy choice. 🙂

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Stephanie March 8, 2019 - 2:30 pm

Made this… turned out delicious! I also added some fresh cilantro and lime juice to the recipe. Will be making again!!

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Ann March 8, 2019 - 8:30 pm

I love your additions, Stephanie! Thank you so much for posting your results.

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Jean January 25, 2020 - 7:48 pm

Made this salad tonight and loved it. A wonderful, refreshing and delicious cold salad. Will be making this again!

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Ann January 26, 2020 - 7:27 pm

Hurrah! I’m so glad you liked it, Jean. Thank you for sharing your experience.

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Karen June 21, 2020 - 5:55 pm

Loved it! I used 1/2 yogurt 1/2 light mayo along with the juice of 1/2 a lemon and a minced clove of garlic! Yum 😋

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Ann June 21, 2020 - 8:43 pm

Love the addition of yogurt, lemon and garlic … why didn’t I think of that? I’ll have to try it that way next time. Thanks, Karen!

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Mary August 9, 2021 - 1:23 pm

Looks so yummy! I can’t wait to try this. Always looking for a new way to use cucumbers.

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Ann August 9, 2021 - 7:07 pm

Mary I think you’re going to love it! Thanks for your kind comment. 🙂

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ashok August 27, 2021 - 12:58 am

Thanks For Sharing this amazing recipe. My family loved it. I will be sharing this recipe with my friends. Hope the will like it.

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Glenda August 18, 2022 - 10:56 am

A great side dish that is quick to throw together!

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Ann August 22, 2022 - 8:27 pm

I’m so happy you liked it! Thanks for your comment and rating, Glenda. 🙂

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theresa July 22, 2023 - 10:45 pm

This sounds delicious–however is there a suggestion for a substitute for the mayo?

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Ann July 23, 2023 - 11:58 am

Hello Theresa,

I do recommend the mayo for this particular salad. Buttermilk or Greek yogurt might work, but won’t have quite the same flavor.

Thanks for asking,

Ann

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Carol Molkenthin August 12, 2023 - 7:45 pm

This was delicious! My new favorite summer salad!

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Ann August 13, 2023 - 7:56 pm

I’m so glad you liked it, Carol! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. 🙂

Ann

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