Okra and Corn Salad
Okra and corn are commonly found in the same dishes because both were used so frequently in the Deep South. Makes 4 - 6 Servings


Ingredients:

1/2 pound okra
2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped scallions (white and 1 inch of the green)
1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted, ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper taste


Instructions:
1. Steam okra until just tender, about 10 minutes.

2. Cool under running water.

3. Cut into 1/2-inch slices and put into a mixing bowl.

4. If corn is very fresh, tender, and sweet, use as is. Otherwise, cook a few minutes in a few cups of salted water.

5. Cool and add to okra.

6. Add tomatoes, scallions, bell pepper, jalapeno, and parsley to okra and corn.

7. Mix remaining ingredients in a cup, pour over okra mixture, and mix well.


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