Oma's Quick & Easy Corn Salad Recipe (Maissalat)

This German recipe for corn salad, aka maissalat,  is so very easy. Colorful and quick, a great addition to a summer buffet or picnic. It's among the best unusual salad recipes because it really is so quick.

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Total Time:

10 minutes

Servings:

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

  • 2 small cans corn, drained (approx 350 g total)
  • 2 green peppers, diced
  • 2 red tomatoes, diced
  • 4 tablespoons (60 ml)  mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons (60 ml) vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Put drained corn, diced green peppers, and diced tomatoes into bowl.
  2. Mix mayonnaise and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Pour mayonnaise/vinegar over vegetables and stir.
  4. Serve or let stand briefly to let flavors mingle.

Notes/Hints:

  • Use fresh or frozen (thawed) corn instead.
  • Add your favorite fresh herbs
  • Add other fresh veggies you have, such as red onions

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Recipe updated on May 17, 2025

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