Lemon-Lime, Corn, and Jalapeño Relish

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Lemon-Lime, Corn, and Jalapeño Relish
45 min.
6
83kcal

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Brighten up your meals with this zesty Lemon-Lime, Corn, and Jalapeño Relish! Perfect for those who appreciate bold flavors, this relish combines the sweetness of fresh corn with the fiery kick of jalapeños, all balanced by the refreshing citrus notes of lemon and lime. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking to elevate your weeknight dinners, this relish is a versatile side dish that complements a variety of main courses.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also packs a punch of flavor while being light on calories—just 83 kcal per serving! The vibrant colors and textures make it a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes to whip up, and can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Imagine serving this delightful relish alongside grilled vegetables, tacos, or even as a topping for your favorite protein. The combination of citrus zest, crunchy corn, and spicy jalapeños will have your guests coming back for more. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this refreshing and delicious relish that’s sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt ()
  • cup ears corn fresh (cut from 2 small ears)
  •  jalapeno seeded finely chopped (scant)
  •  optional: lemon 
  •  lime 
  • 0.8 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin

Equipment

  • bowl
  • peeler

Directions

  1. Using vegetable peeler, removepeel in strips from limes andlemon (green and yellow partsonly).
  2. Cut peel into 1 x 1/8-inchstrips.
  3. Place in medium bowl.Squeeze enough juice fromlimes and lemon to measure2 tablespoons lime juice and2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  4. Addto bowl with peel.
  5. Add cornkernels, jalapeños, oil, and 3/4teaspoon coarse salt; stir to blend.Cover and chill at least 2 hoursto allow flavors to blend. Seasonto taste with more coarse salt,if desired. DO AHEAD: Can bemade 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.Bring relish to room temperaturebefore serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories83kcal
Protein5.22%
Fat55.95%
Carbs38.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.92
Glycemic Load
0.96
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.2804347173027%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.84mg
Hesperetin
14.63mg
Naringenin
0.86mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:83.15kcal
4.16%
Fat:5.86g
9.01%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.28%
Carbohydrates:9.15g
3.05%
Net Carbohydrates:7.27g
2.65%
Sugar:2.72g
3.03%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:295.5mg
12.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.23g
2.46%
Vitamin C:28.75mg
34.85%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
8.03%
Fiber:1.87g
7.5%
Vitamin K:5.18µg
4.94%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.28%
Folate:16.44µg
4.11%
Potassium:136.13mg
3.89%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.67%
Magnesium:13.13mg
3.28%
Vitamin A:160.93IU
3.22%
Phosphorus:30.83mg
3.08%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.05%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.85%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.82%
Iron:0.42mg
2.35%
Copper:0.04mg
1.94%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.64%
Calcium:13.89mg
1.39%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious