Bring Chipotle’s flavors home with my copycat corn salsa recipe! Simple, fresh, and bursting with flavor, it’s the perfect addition to your tacos and grilled meats.

Corn salsa in a bowl.

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Fresh Corn Salsa

Look no further than this Chipotle copycat corn salsa, a vibrant, fresh addition to your homemade Cinco de Mayo feast. With its perfect blend of sweetness from the corn and a kick from jalapeño, this salsa brings the beloved restaurant flavor right into your kitchen.

It’s the ideal companion for tortilla chips but versatile enough to top off your one-pot burrito bowls. We also love making fresh homemade salsa to accompany Mexican recipes whether it’s this pico de gallo or restaurant-style salsa.

Ingredient Notes

Corn salsa ingredients on the counter.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Frozen white corn: Thaw and drain frozen corn. Sweet corn kernels will also work. Try grilled corn or cook fresh corn on the cob in the microwave!
  • Fresh cilantro and red onion: Adds the necessary burst of freshness.
  • Jalapeno: For a signature kick, easily adjusted for heat preference. You could also use poblano pepper in its place.
  • Lime juice: A zesty, citrusy balance to the salsa’s sweetness. Lime is a signature flavor in Mexican-inspired dishes including this copycat recipe.

How to Make Corn Salsa

Who knew that making a Chipotle corn salsa recipe at home would be such a breeze? Just a few minutes of chopping and chilling time are all you need!

Showing how to make corn salsa.
  • Combine ingredients. In a large bowl, mix the corn, cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño.
  • Add the dressing. Dress everything with fresh lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss and chill. Let the salsa chill in the fridge to meld the flavors together, making it even more delicious.

Recipe Tips

  • Letting the Copycat Chipotle corn salsa recipe sit in the refrigerator allows the flavors to intensify and blend beautifully.
  • Don’t like it spicy? Leave out the jalapeño and add chopped bell pepper instead.
  • For creamier options, try elote dip or Mexican street corn salad.
  • A squeeze of lime juice right before serving adds an extra layer of freshness.
  • Add to a Chipotle chicken burrito bowl for a restaurant inspired meal.
Corn salsa in a bowl.

Storage

Store any leftover salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3 days. The flavors often deepen over time, making the leftovers just as delicious.

Corn salsa in a bowl.

More recipes with corn include corn and tomato salad, cheesy hot corn dip, and honey butter skillet corn.

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Corn salsa in a bowl.

Easy Corn Salsa

5 from 5 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Bring Chipotle's flavors home with my copycat corn salsa recipe! Simple, fresh, and bursting with flavor, it's an easy addition to any fiesta.
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Ingredients 

  • 12 ounces frozen white corn , thawed and drained
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup chopped red onion
  • 1 jalepeno , seeded and chopped
  • 2 limes , juiced
  • ½ teaspoon salt (more to taste)
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper (more to taste)

For serving: Tortilla Chips

Instructions

  • Combine ingredients. Combine 12 ounces corn, 1/2 cup cilantro, 1/4 cup red onion and 1 chopped jalapeno in a large bowl.
  • Season. Squeeze the lime juice over top. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper and stir until combined. Season to taste.
  • Chill. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. 

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Notes

Variations:
  • For extra heat leave in some seeds or add in a sprinkle of cumin and chili powder. 
  • Feel free to add diced avocado to bulk up the salad.
  • Add crumbled goat cheese or feta would be a great addition.
  • Try adding in other summer vegetables, like bell peppers.
  • To make it a little sweeter mix in a little bit of honey.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0.1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Sodium: 197mg, Potassium: 189mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 128IU, Vitamin C: 14mg, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 0.5mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.