Summer Beet & Corn Salad
Posted by Chef Don King, Culinary Market Specialist
Description:
A vibrant blend of seasonal produce along with Jake & Amos Pickled Sweet Baby Beets adds a refreshing taste of summer to every bite.
Ingredients:
2 cups of Jake & Amos Pickled Sweet Baby Beets
3 ears fresh corn, cut off cob
1 bunch of skinny asparagus spears, ends trimmed and cut into 2" pieces
2 green onions, sliced
3 fresh basil leaves, chopped
kosher salt & pepper
vegetable oil
Dressing:
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
3 tablespoons of good olive oil
Pinch cayenne pepper
Directions:
1. In a 12 inch heavy skillet, heat some vegetable oil on high heat and lay your corn and asparagus pieces in the skillet with a splash of water. Season with salt and pepper
2. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the asparagus is tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. In a large bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients – oil, honey, vinegar and seasonings except, the beets.
4. Add to cooked corn mixture.
5. Last, fold in the Jake & Amos Pickled Sweet Baby Beets.
Serve as is or top with grilled seafood or chicken for an extraordinary light meal!
Recipe inspired by staceysnacksonline.