When it comes to summer side dishes, potato salad is always a classic. But what if we gave it a fun, modern twist? This crispy Tater Tot Street Corn Salad is the perfect mash-up of comfort food and fresh seasonal flavours. Think: golden, crunchy tater tots tossed in a creamy, zesty dressing with charred sweet corn, herbs, and just the right amount of spice.
It’s the kind of dish that feels nostalgic and exciting all at once — and trust me, it will disappear fast at barbecues, potlucks, and long weekend gatherings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for summer – A fresh, creamy salad that makes the most of sweet seasonal corn.
- Fun & unexpected – Swapping regular potatoes for crispy tater tots adds crunch and a playful twist to a classic.
- Bold, zesty flavours – A little smoky, a little tangy, and packed with fresh herbs.
- Vegan & crowd-pleasing – 100% plant-based, but rich, creamy, and satisfying enough for everyone.
Tater Tot Street Corn Salad: A Salad That Brings the Fun
This isn’t your average potato salad. The crispy tater tots bring that comfort-food crunch, while the creamy, herby dressing ties everything together with a burst of flavour. Add in sweet charred corn, fresh dill, and cilantro, and you’ve got a side dish that feels both playful and elevated. It’s the perfect way to jazz up your summer spread — and the perfect conversation starter when you plop it down on the picnic table.
The Main Characters
This summer salad has everything you need. It’s crispy, it’s fresh, it’s creamy, and it’s zesty. While it gives main character energy, it also makes for the perfect side dish. These three components are the trifecta that make this dish shine.
Tater tots – crispy and golden, the star of this salad. Just grab a bag from the frozen section and pop it in the oven.
Corn – grilled or pan-charred for that smoky summer flavour. A classic potato salad is perfect as is, but the addition of corn gives it an extra nice crunch with each bite. If you’re looking for more corn recipes, check these out.
The Smoky Creamy Sauce – a creamy blend of mayo and sour cream brightened with lime, spiced with chili and chipotle powders, and finished with fresh herbs for a zesty, tangy kick that ties the whole salad together.
Tater Tot Street Corn Salad: Everything You’ll Need
Ingredients
Potato Salad
- 800 gram bag of tater tots
- 1 ears of corn
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onion
The Sauce:
- 1 cup plant-based mayo
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp chipotle powder (optional)
- 1 tsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh
- salt and pepper to taste
How to Make this Tater Tot Street Corn Salad
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Add 1 bag of tater tots to a lined baking sheet. Cook for 15 minutes, take out, smash, sprinkle with salt and put back in the oven for another 15 minutes until golden.
- Preheat pan on medium heat. Brush two ears of corn with oil and place on pan to sear. Cook until browned, leaving each side for about 5 minutes and then rotating. Remove from heat and chop the corn off the cob.
- Make the sauce. Add all sauce ingredients in a medium to large mixing bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the tater tots, corn, sauce and other ingredients to the bowl and mix. Sprinkle with fresh herbs on top and serve.
Tips & Variations
- Make it spicier – Add diced jalapeños or extra chipotle powder.
- Cheesy vibes – Sprinkle with nutritional yeast or vegan feta or cheddar for a little extra richness.
Perfect for Summer Gatherings
This salad is creamy, crispy, zesty, and packed with flavour. It’s really everything you want in a summer side dish. If your summer plans include firing up the grill, heading to a picnic, or hosting a long weekend get-together, this recipe will quickly become a go-to staple. Fun, bold, and a totally unexpected twist on a classic potato salad.
I hope you get a chance to try this elevated potato salad recipe! It is the perfect summer side. It’s if crispy, creamy, zesty and bursting with flavour. Just don’t be surprised if everyone is talking about how good it is when bringing it to a picnic LOL. If you make it, please leave a comment below (it helps others to find the recipe). As always, please feel free to share your creations with me! Be sure to tag me on Instagram or Pinterest so that I can see your yummy dishes!
Crispy Tater Tot Street Corn Salad
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Potato Salad
- 800 gram bag of tater tots
- 1 ears of corn
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onion
The Sauce
- 1 cup plant-based mayo
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp Lime juice
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- ¼-½ tsp chipotle powder, use less for mild
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Add 1 bag of tater tots to a lined baking sheet. Cook for 15 minutes, take out, smash, sprinkle with salt and put back in the oven for another 15 minutes until golden.
- Preheat a frying pan on medium heat. Brush two ears of corn with oil and place them in the pan to sear. Cook until browned, leaving each side for about 5 minutes and then rotating. Remove from heat and chop the corn off the cob.
- Make the sauce. Add all sauce ingredients in a medium to large mixing bowl and stir to combine.
- Add the tater tots, corn, sauce and other ingredients to the bowl and mix. Sprinkle with fresh herbs on top and serve.
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