Cooking Corn in the air fryer is one of the simplest ways to indulge in Summer's sweet local corn on the cob. It is fantastic when you want some grilled corn but doesn't want to go throw the hassle of BBQing just for that! And when you have a couple of extra corn on the cob, you can make this delicious quick and easy Air Fryer Simple Corn Summer Salad! We always make extra!
Some of our favourite air fryer recipes include Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts and Crispy Taiwanese Popcorn Turkey. However, this 15 minute Corn on the Cob recipe is highly requested in our household.
Simply remove the sweet juicy kernels once you get that perfect char buttery, juicy corn; add in tomatoes, cucumbers, cilantro, parsley, some seasoning, squeeze lime juice, and mix well. It is that easy!
It has the perfect balance of smokiness and acidity that highlights fresh summer produce.
Selecting Summer Vegetables
Summer is the height of the growing season, and it is hard to beat the taste of fresh in-season vegetables. Adding vibrant vegetables to your salad is delicious and appealing to your senses.
We used garden ripe cherry tomatoes, baby cucumbers, and shallots (red onions work equally well). Season it with fresh thyme herbs, parsley, cilantro and salt and pepper to taste.
Mix well.
Serve as a simple side salad or on its own, topped with your choice of protein.
Easy Tip to Cut Corn Off the Cob Mess-Free
There's nothing quite as messy as removing corn on the cob. To avoid kernels jumping off your counter, this simple trick should make it easier.
Simply place a tea towel under a large mixing bowl and another clean tea towel inside the bowl. Now place the bottom end of the corn right in the bowl, standing vertically. Using a sharp paring knife, slice downwards, and you will see all the corn kernels fall right into the bowl.
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PrintAir Fryer Corn Summer Salad
Cooking Corn in the air fryer is one of the simplest ways to indulge in Summer's sweet local corn on the cob. It is fantastic when you want some grilled corn but doesn't want to go throw the hassle of BBQing just for that! And when you have a couple of extra corn on the cob, you can make this delicious quick and easy Air Fryer Corn Summer Salad! We always make extra!
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 persons 1x
- Category: Salads
- Method: Air Fry, Raw
- Cuisine: Pacific North West, Canadian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 ears fresh corn on the cob, husks and silks removed, ends trimmed
- 100 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 shallot, rough chop,
- 2 baby cucumbers, cubed
- ¼ tsp fresh thyme herbs
- 50 g fresh parsley, rough chop
- 50 g fresh cilantro, rough chop
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon celery salt
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cooking Corn in the Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 400F.
- Remove the husks and the silks from the corn on the cob. Trim the ends if required.
- Brush or rub olive oil on the corn evenly.
- Mix all the dry seasoning ingredients together and sprinkle evenly over the corn.
- Add the corn in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Set the air fryer to 400F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway and checking in at the 10-minute mark.
- Carefully remove the corn from the air fryer.
- Once the corn has cooled down, remove the kernel from the cob.
Local Corn Salad
- While the corn is cooking, wash and prepare the vegetables and herbs.
- In a large mixing bowl, add vegetables, herbs, olive oil, and seasoning.
- Mix well.
- Top with your choice of protein. (optional)
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- This recipe was made in a Ninja Foodi Air Fryer.
- For even cooking, don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Arrange the corn in a single layer.
- Preheat the air fryer for a more even cooking heat distribution.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 209
- Sugar: 12.8 g
- Sodium: 1234.2 mg
- Fat: 7.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 36.4 g
- Protein: 7.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: air fryer corn, air fryer, corn recipes, local corn, cobs of corn, in the air fryer, on the cob, summer salads, salads, cherry tomato, appetizer, side salad, vegetables, vegan, vegetarian
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Stacey says
I love that this can be made in the air fryer. The air-fried corn in this salad makes the flavor really stand out!
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Donny says
I loved the way this recipe sounded but don't have an air fryer so I used my oven instead and it came out so good!
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Megan says
So gorgeous and delicious! I love the look of this salad and using the baby cukes. Great for 4th of July coming up!
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Jean says
so easy to make in the air fryer.
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Gabriela Herrera says
What a wonderful salad perfect for meal prep. I love that it can be done in the air fryer.
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Janessa says
This is such a fresh and delicious salad. And so simple.
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Katie says
Love this simple corn salad! Perfect for cookouts and BBQ's!
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Andrea says
such a delicious summer salad! love it!
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Katie says
Perfect air-fryer recipe! Never though to add corn to my airfryer!
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Tavo says
I made this corn salad yesterday for a get-together, and it was a blast! Everyone loved it! Thank you!
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Andrea says
so tasty and delicious! love that it's in the air fryer!
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Katie says
So good! 10/10 will make again soon!
Jan says
Such a lovely summer salad
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Keri says
So perfect for BBQs and picnics! Thanks for the great recipe❤️
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Nancy says
totally! i got my basket ready!
Joshua says
I am all for this corn salad! Taste great and easy to make in the air fryer.
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Nancy says
This corn salad is like fresh off the grill tasty!
Choclette says
Such a gorgeous bright and zingy salad. Can't wait for summer so I can try it.
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Nancy says
I'm with you! i can't wait till summer and the beach!
Ana says
This is the perfect salad to bring to any potluck. Such a simple and delicious recipe!
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Nancy says
it's a great way to use up extra corn!
Shilpa says
Love this refreshing salad! And I love that corn is cooked in the air fryer. Perfect
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Nancy says
i love how charred the corn is!
Andrea says
This summer salad is so refreshing! Love how simple it is to whip up and how delicious it is!
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Nancy says
Can't wait for summer to arrive!
Katie says
So good! I love how simple and delicious this recipe is!
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Nancy says
It's pure summer in a bowl!
Tavo says
I loved the cilantro touch in the salad. It really elevated all the flavors!
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Nancy says
I'm so glad to hear that you love cilantro and doesn't think it taste like soap! hahhaa
Kayla DiMaggio says
I am loving this simple summer corn salad! It is so refreshing and easy to make!
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Alexandra says
This salad has such great flavours - so fresh and delicious. Using the air fryer is such a great tip.
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Terri says
What a great way to cook corn - sure beats my regular boiling method!
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Nancy says
i love that char burnt the air fryer makes! 🙂
Bernice says
Love all these summer flavours combined in a salad like this. I have all of these ingredients waiting in the fridge right now and this salad is on the menu for tonight.
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Nancy says
that's perfect kitchen sink meals! I love it!
Colleen says
What a fresh and delicious salad. Another great way to use my air fryer. Thanks!
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Nancy says
Hope you get to make this while summer produces are still fresh!
Vanessa says
I am eating all the summer salads while the produce is still local. What a delicious salad right now when the corn is at its peak and my herb garden is overflowing!
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Nancy says
I'm so grateful for all the local corn!! can't get enough!