Description
A fresh and vibrant avocado corn salad packed with sweet corn, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy summer meal.
Ingredients
- 3 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by cooking if needed, then allow it to cool completely.
- Dice the avocados and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh corn for the best flavor when in season.
- Add diced cucumber or bell pepper for extra crunch.
- Serve with grilled meats or as a topping for tacos.
- Best enjoyed fresh; avocado may brown over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
