Description
This Summer Corn Salad with Avocado bursts with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, offering a delightful crunch from the sweet corn and a creamy richness from the ripe avocado. Each bite is a refreshing experience, enhanced by the zesty lime dressing that ties all the ingredients together beautifully.
Ingredients
- Fresh Corn: 4 ears, husked and kernels removed
- Avocado: 2 ripe, diced
- Red Onion: 1 small, finely chopped
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Cilantro: 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime Juice: 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, to taste
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil over high heat.
- Add the corn and cook for 3-5 minutes until tender and bright yellow. Drain and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled corn, diced avocado, chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time; however, add the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: salad
- Method: boiling/mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Summer Corn Salad, Avocado Salad, Fresh Corn Recipe, Healthy Salad, Summer Recipes, Easy Salad, Gluten-Free Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Quick Salad, Corn and Avocado, Light Summer Dish, Colorful Salad, Seasonal Ingredients