Chesapeake Corn, Tomatoes & Basil
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This summery combination of corn, tomatoes, and basil gets a subtle kick of flavor from Old Bay seasoning.
Old Bay seasoning is typically used on seafood, especially on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, but here it infuses sweet summer corn and tomatoes with a subtle kick of flavor. Top with some fresh basil and you’ve got the perfect summer side dish. Serve with my Maryland-Style Crab Cakes or Crispy Tilapia Fingers with Lemon and Garlic Mayonnaise.
What you’ll need to make Chesapeake Corn, Tomatoes & Basil
How to make It
Combine the corn and 1-1/4 cups water in a 10-inch skillet or medium saucepan.
Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes — or until the corn is tender-crisp and there are about 2 tablespoons of water left in the pan (it’s fine to eyeball it; it doesn’t need to be exact).
Stir in the butter, tomatoes, Old Bay, and continue cooking until the butter is melted and the tomatoes are warmed through.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
Stir in the basil and serve warm.
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Chesapeake Corn, Tomatoes & Basil
This summery combination of corn, tomatoes, and basil gets a subtle kick of flavor from Old Bay seasoning.
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels, sliced off about 4 ears of corn
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup seeded and diced tomatoes, from 2 tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Combine the corn and 1¼ cups water in a 10-inch skillet. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes -- or until the corn is tender-crisp and there are about 2 tablespoons of water left in the pan (it's fine to eyeball it; it doesn't need to be exact).
- Stir in the butter, tomatoes, Old Bay, and continue cooking until the butter is melted and the tomatoes are warmed through. Taste and add salt to taste, if necessary. Stir in the basil, then serve warm.
- Make Ahead: This dish can be made up to a day ahead of time but wait to add the basil until right before serving.
Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (4 servings)
- Calories: 234
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Cholesterol: 31 mg
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I have tried so many corn & tomato salad recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The Old Bay seasoning is the secret ingredient that really livens up the dish. I made a large batch of this for a picnic and it was the first dish gone. Fabulous & easy!
This was delicious, but a pinch heavy on the Old Bay for me. It had great flavor!
I use a similar version of this but with black beans and cilantro to add as a topper to flank steak. It’s great on grilled meats!
This is a flavorful unique recipe that is great for the summer. It is quick and easy. The Old Bay adds great flavor and the tomatoes add great color.
We make a similar version of this. It’s especially great with grilled chicken
I can’t wait for summer in order to try this recipe with fresh summer corn! What a great side dish to accompany anything from the grill!
This recipe is awesome! We have made it weekly with fresh corn from our CSA and fresh basil from the farmer’s market. It reheats quite well in the microwave also.
Easy and so tasty. The old bay seasoning really compliments this dish. Unfortunately, I didn’t have fresh basil, so I had to use dried. It was still wonderful. Next time I look forward to making it with fresh basil. This was a great side dish with oven fried chicken.
This looks like a great side… or even a main dish–I love corn so much. The addition of tomato and basil sounds delicious. Now I know what I’m doing with the corn shucks in my fridge.
I plan on trying this out this weekend! Looks so good.