Get inspired by salads, grain bowls, soups, chilis, wraps, and fritter inspiration, all with sweet and crispy canned corn.
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For many more salad ideas, check out our salads category page. Make it in about 30 minutes with roasted sweet potato ingredients and a lime cilantro dressing. Get the recipe here
2. Easy rice salad
This Italian rice salad combines the best of whole-food ingredients; sweet canned corn, creamy mustard dressing, and fresh veggies in a healthy grain bowl. Get the recipe here
3. Chickpea pasta salad
Canned corn is an excellent pairing with pasta and chickpeas. Add fresh veggies and a creamy mustard dressing, and you will enjoy this healthy pasta salad. Get the recipe here It’s perfect for autumn and winter when kale and butternut squash are in season. Get the recipe here
5. Tofu salad
Sweet canned corn and fried tofu make an excellent filling for a salad. Top with cherry tomatoes, avocado, and a creamy tahini sauce for a filling lunchtime meal. Get the recipe here
6. Mexican stuffed sweet potato
Try this Mexican and microwaved sweet potato with black beans, corn, and guacamole. It’s a 15–minute lunch and dinner idea and great for meal planning. Get the recipe here Add black beans for extra protein, and serve it as a main dish or a side. Get the recipe @HealthyFitnessMeals
8. Lima bean corn salad
This summer salad combines the best of protein–rich lima beans with corn, avocado, and fresh veggies.
Make it in 15 minutes using canned corn, frozen corn, or corn ears.
Get the recipe @VeganwithCurves
9. Vegan pasta salad
White bean is another legume that works well with canned corn (and a creamy dressing). This pasta salad offers an Italian–inspired meal and healthy plant–based protein. Get the recipe here
10. Easy chickpea salad
This healthy serving of chickpeas, fresh veggies, and mustard dressing makes a great lunchbox meal or cookout recipe idea. Get the recipe here Ali’s 15–minute canned corn recipe is a super easy, tasty side dish idea. Get the recipe @LongBournFarm
12. Barbecue tofu tacos
Try Rene’s guest–friendly and delicious barbecue tofu tacos for a corn salsa–topped dinner idea. We love that this recipe takes only 30 minutes to prepare. Get the recipe @thisSavoryVegan
13. Street corn nachos
This Mexican 30–minute nachos dish is a perfect party food. Brita’s street corn nachos are beautiful on a platter and delicious with slices of avocado on top. Get the recipe here @FoodwithFeeling Top it with a creamy chipotle dressing for a Mexican taste and creamy finish. Get the recipe @VeganHeaven
15. Vegan corn fritters
These crispy corn fritters are family–approved and easy to make at home. Use canned or frozen corn mixed with easy-to-find ingredients, and serve them with sour cream or tzatziki. Get the recipe @VeganHuggs
16. Vegetarian enchilada casserole
Kylie made this Mexican–style lasagna with plenty of black beans, corn, and pepper. She uses corn tortillas as layers making this enchilada casserole tasty and vegetarian-friendly. Get the recipe @MidwestFoodieBlog Get the recipe @WholesomePatisserie
18. Southwest black bean burger
Here’s a delicious and wholesome burger patty recipe with a mix of black beans and canned corn. Pair these patties with Kaitlin’s homemade big mac sauce for the best results. Get the recipe @theGardenGrazer
19. Loaded potato skins
Jeanine and Jack made these game–day–friendly potato skins with sour cream, corn, black beans, and coconut bacon. It’s a healthier potato skins alternative; the sunflower sour cream is a must-try. Get the recipe @LoveandLemons Make it with the corn you have at hand (frozen, canned, or fresh), and enjoy it with toasted bread. Get the recipe @Simple-Veganista
Dinner ideas with corn
21. Spinach tortillas
Bianca’s spinach wraps are perfect for Taco Tuesdays. Stuff them with black beans and corn filling, bake them for 6 minutes, and serve with fresh lime, avocado, and sour cream – YUM. Get the recipe @BiancaZapatka
22. Vegetarian chili
This sweet potato chili is a comforting and wholesome vegetarian dinner idea. Serve it with canned corn, guacamole, and a dollop of chipotle sauce for a Mexican-inspired meal. Get the recipe here Depending on your dietary preferences, you can easily make them vegan or vegetarian (with cheese). Get the recipe @KrollsKorner
24. Chickpea frittata muffins
These airy chickpea frittata muffins are packed with canned corn, frozen peas, and chickpea flour. They are great for meal prepping, cookouts, and summer picnics. Get the recipe here
25. Vegan corn cheese ramen
Try this Asian–inspired 20–minute corn cheese ramen with a rich gochujang sauce. It’s a creamy and golden-yellow ramen bowl that will wow your guests. Get the recipe @eatFigsnotPigs
26. Potato corn chowder
Here’s a gluten–free and dairy–free corn chowder with potatoes and various veggies.
Wonderfully creamy and great for batch cooking and meal planning.
Get the recipe @theHerbeevore
Use canned corn, black beans, white rice, and fajita spice mix to make this easy and plant-based lunch bowl.
Get the recipe @SeaSaltSavorings
28. Masala corn toasts
Try a different way to eat corn with these masala toasts. Top them with melted cheese, cilantro, and hot sauce for an inviting party food and appetizer idea. Get the recipe @TheChutneyLife
29. Spinach corn sandwich
Hina made a beautiful vegetarian grilled sandwich with sweet corn kernels, spinach, and a creamy white sauce. Serve it for lunch and dinner during busy weekdays or as a veggie–packed snack. Get the recipe @FunFoodFrolic
30. Skillet confetti corn
We wrap up this canned corn list with skillet confetti corn. Try Byron’s confetti corn for an easy summer and barbecue side dish, a quick 20–minute dish. Get the recipe @LordByronsKitchen
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