Okay, here’s my take on a blog post about making an easy side dish for fajitas, written in a casual, personal style:
So, the other night, I was craving fajitas. Like, really craving them. I had some chicken marinating, all the peppers and onions ready to go, but I realized I was missing something. A good side dish! Rice and beans are the usual suspects, but I wanted something a little different, and, let’s be honest, a little quicker.
That’s when I remembered this super simple corn salad thing I threw together once. It’s fresh, it’s flavorful, and it takes, like, 10 minutes to make. Perfect!
My Super-Quick Corn Side Dish
First, I grabbed a couple of cans of corn. You can totally use fresh corn if you’ve got it, but canned works just fine for a weeknight meal. I drained the corn really well – nobody wants a watery salad.
Then, I chopped up some red onion. Not too much, just enough for a little bite. Maybe half a small onion? I eyeballed it, as always.
Next, the cilantro. Fresh cilantro adds amazing flavor so I chopped a handfull of it.
Now for the “dressing,” which is barely a dressing, it’s so simple. I squeezed the juice of one lime over the corn, onion, and cilantro. Then, I added a good glug of olive oil – maybe a couple of tablespoons? Again, eyeballing is key here. Don’t be shy with the olive oil; it adds richness.
Finally, I seasoned the whole thing with salt, pepper, and a pinch of chili powder. You could also add a little cumin if you’re feeling fancy. I mixed everything together until it was well combined.
- Canned Corn.
- Red Onion.
- Cilantro.
- Lime.
- Olive Oil.
- Salt.
- Pepper.
- Chili Powder.
And that’s it! Seriously, that’s the whole recipe. I tasted it and added a little more lime juice because I like things tangy. It’s best if you let it sit for a few minutes to let the flavors meld, but honestly, I usually dig in right away.
This corn salad is the perfect complement to fajitas. It’s light, refreshing, and adds a nice sweetness that balances out the savory flavors of the meat and veggies. Plus, it’s so easy to customize. You could add some diced bell pepper, jalapeno for heat, or even some black beans to make it a more substantial side.
Give it a try next time you have a fajita night, and enjoy it!
