Description
Brighten your table! This Summer Corn Salad with Avocado mixes sweet corn, creamy avocado, and zesty lime. A no-fuss side that bursts with fresh flavor. Recipe & nutrition info here.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) corn kernels
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the vegetables. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Step 2: Make the dressing. Drizzle the fresh lime juice and extra virgin olive oil directly over the vegetables in the bowl.
- Step 3: Season the salad. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Start with about 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, then adjust as needed.
- Step 4: Gently combine. Using a large spoon or spatula, gently toss all the ingredients together until they are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the avocado.
- Step 5: Taste and serve. Taste the salad and adjust any seasonings if necessary (add more lime juice, salt, or pepper to your preference). Serve immediately as a fresh side dish.
Notes
- This vibrant salad is truly at its best when enjoyed immediately. If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day; a splash more lime juice can help freshen up the avocado if it darkens slightly.
- As a fresh side dish, this salad is not suitable for reheating; simply bring any chilled leftovers back to room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to best enjoy its vibrant textures and flavors.
- This refreshing salad shines as a bright counterpoint to grilled proteins like chicken or shrimp, and it's absolutely fantastic piled high on fish tacos or as a zesty companion to your next summer BBQ spread.
- For an even milder onion flavor that doesn't overpower the delicate avocado and corn, try soaking your finely diced red onion in a small bowl of cold water for about 10 minutes, then drain very well before adding it to the bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 280
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 8g