It’s almost July 4th, which means it’s time for backyard BBQs, large gatherings, house parties, fireworks, and delicious, easy dishes. Corn makes for a perfect side dish to any tofu, salad, or barbeque cauliflower dish. So, in honor of our favorite summer holiday, enjoy these deliciously sweet and fresh corn recipes from our Food Monster App!

1. Fresh Summer Corn Chowder

This Fresh Summer Corn Chowder uses the starchiness of the corn itself to imitate cream. When it’s pureed, it makes the chowder luscious and satisfying without weighing down all the fresh ingredients.

2. Minted Quinoa, Corn, and Mung Bean Salad

For a perfectly healthy side dish, try this Minted Quinoa, Corn, and Mung Bean Salad! The herby bright notes of parsley and mint combine well with the freshness of the corn and sprouted Mung beans.

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3. Chickpea and Baby Corn Chana Masala

Quick, easy, and super delicious, this Chickpea and Baby Corn Chana Masala will please you. It’s packed with chickpeas and baby corn, so it’ll keep you full, but this would also be amazing served with rice or other grains.

4. Green Bean, Corn, and Squash Salad With Basil Dressing

For a nutritious salad side dish, try this Green Bean, Corn, and Squash Salad With Basil Dressing. The toasted pine nuts add those creamy and rich notes, along with more crunch. Use whatever you have in one hand or in the garden.

5. Grilled Corn With Avocado Crema

You can’t have a July 4th celebration without a side of Grilled Corn With Avocado Crema! The result is the ultimate warm-weather dish – what says summertime like corn, avocados, and a grill!

6. Bohemian Summer Salad With Grilled Corn

This stunningly beautiful Bohemian Summer Salad With Grilled Corn is another great salad option. The assorted greens are augmented with crisp radishes, crunchy nuts, ripe berries, creamy avocado, and a sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing then, the whole thing is topped off with a tender ear of grilled corn.

7. Serrano Pepper Avocado Toast

If you dip this Serrano Pepper Avocado Toast into something fresh and creamy, you’ll fall in love with this recipe. It has the perfect balance of fresh flavors with char-grilled corn, spicy serrano slices, and fresh chimichurri sauce drizzled on top.

8. Jalapeño Corn Fritters

You’ll fall in love with these delicious Jalapeño Corn Fritters. They are super simple to put together and combine so many yummy, summer flavors that you will want to eat these with everything.

9. Jalapeño and Corn Fritters

These Jalapeño and Corn Fritters are another great finger food option that everyone will love to pick at during your celebration. The jalapeño adds the perfect touch of spiciness to compliment the sweetness of the corn.

10. Summer’s End Black Bean and Corn Macaroni Salad

For a vegan macaroni salad option, try this delicious Summer’s End Black Bean and Corn Macaroni Salad recipe. Whip up this recipe if the thought of cooking in the hot weather makes you sweat.

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