08/10/2026
Insomnia Inspired ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ
This was a recipe I thought of almost a decade ago, lying awake, my thoughts wandered to the market โ what the farmers would be bringing, what would be fresh, colorful and perfect for summer.
And then it struck me: everything youโd want if summer were a food.
Fresh corn. Juicy blueberries. Fragrant mint. All tossed together in a bright, simple vinaigrette made with maple syrup + whole dark ale mustard. Sweet, tangy, savory and ridiculously fresh.
This one is as beautiful on the table as it is delicious, and I hope you enjoy making it as much as I enjoyed creating it for the market. ๐
Corn, Blueberry, & Mint Salad
with Dark Ale Mustard & Maple Syrup Dressing
Serves 4โ6
๐ซ 1 pint fresh blueberries
๐ฝ 3 ears fresh corn
๐ฟ โ
cup chopped fresh mint
๐ง 1 clove garlic, minced
๐ท โ
cup red wine vinegar
๐ซ โ
cup extra virgin olive oil
๐ ยผ cup maple syrup
๐พ 1โ2 tbsp whole dark ale mustard
๐ง Salt & pepper, to taste
To make it:
Shuck and clean the corn. Holding each ear over a large bowl, run a knife down the sides to remove the kernels.
Wash and drain the blueberries and add them to the corn. Finely chop the mint and add that too.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the garlic, red wine vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, olive oil and maple syrup. Taste and adjust the acidity, sweetness and seasoning to your liking.
Pour about 4โ5 tablespoons of dressing over the corn and blueberries. Toss gently, chill and serve.
โจ Perfect with chips, alongside grilled meats, or served as a fresh summer salsa.
A little insomnia never hurt anyoneโฆ especially when it tastes this good. ๐
Join me for a cooking class on 8/23 The Kitchen Melrose at 3pm and weโll cook inspired by the delicious Corn!!!
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