2 packages (10 oz. Each) frozen corn, thawed
2 cups diced green pepper
2 cups diced sweet red pepper
2 cups diced celery
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp salt
3/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
3 tbsp olive or vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 tbsp. lime juice

In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. In a microwave-safe dish combine oil and garlic. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Cool. Whish in lime juice. Pour over the corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Yield: 16-18 servings.