Description

This Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe is bold, fresh, and packed with flavor from roasted poblano peppers, jalapeños, citrus, and herbs. It’s naturally vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for dipping, topping tacos, or adding to burrito bowls. Made in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients, it’s a must-have party dip or meal prep side.

Ingredients

Scale

2 (14 oz) bags frozen corn (thawed and drained)
1 large poblano pepper
1 small red onion, diced
2 jalapeños, seeds removed and finely diced
½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 lemon, juiced
1 lime, juiced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

Prepare the Corn: Cook frozen corn according to package instructions. Let it cool. Optionally, sauté in a dry pan to add light char and extra flavor.
Roast the Poblano: Place poblano pepper over an open flame or under a broiler, rotating until all sides are blackened (about 3–4 minutes).
Steam the Pepper: Place in a bowl, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes. Then peel off the skin, remove seeds, and finely chop.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine corn, chopped poblano, diced red onion, jalapeños, and cilantro.
Add Citrus & Seasoning: Pour in lemon and lime juice, sprinkle cumin and salt. Toss to combine well.
Chill & Serve: Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes before serving. Best served chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping.

Notes

For extra smokiness, char the corn in a skillet or on a grill.

Prefer less heat? Use just one jalapeño or substitute with diced green bell pepper.

Don’t skip the lime—it balances the sweetness of the corn beautifully.

Best enjoyed within 5–7 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Dip
Method: Mixing, Roasting
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: ½ cup
Calories: 98 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 19 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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