Crisp freshness and bright colors in a salad of lettuce, tomato, cucumber, carrot, and corn. Fresh cheese adds simple creaminess, while lemon and olive oil keep everything glossy, light, and direct. An honest market-style side with real texture.
Boil the water with part of the salt. Add the corn and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until tender and sweet. Drain and let it cool slightly before removing or cutting the kernels.
Wash and dry the lettuce. Cut the tomato and cucumber
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Cut the fresh cheese into medium cubes. It should feel present in the salad, not lost like shy crumbs.
Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, the remaining salt, and pepper for 30 seconds, until the dressing looks glossy.
Toss the lettuce, tomato, cucumber, carrot, onion, corn, fresh cheese, and parsley with the dressing. Mix gently for 30 seconds and serve right away while everything is still crisp.
