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Corn, Scallion, and Pepper Salsa

1½ tablespoons canola or vegetable oil

1 cup fresh, defrosted frozen, or canned corn kernels, drained

½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper

2 large scallions, including most of the green parts, thinly sliced

1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh jalapeño pepper

2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate

1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root

2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves or ½ dried thyme leaves

1½ teaspoons honey

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Heat ½ tablespoon of oil in a small skillet over high heat until hot. Add the corn and sauté until lightly colored, 1 to 2 minutes, shaking the pan often. Scrape the corn into a bowl along with the bell pepper, scallions, and jalapeño pepper.

In a 1-cup glass measuring cup, combine the orange juice concentrate, ginger, and thyme; heat in a microwave oven on high just until boiling, about 30 seconds. Remove, stir in the honey, and cool for 1 minute. Whisk in the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, and toss with the corn salsa. Season with salt and pepper to taste.