Description
This refreshing Summer Corn Salad with Avocado is a vibrant and healthy dish perfect for warm weather. Combining sweet fresh corn kernels with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing, it offers a delicious blend of flavors and textures. The salad is quick to prepare and can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a side dish for barbecues, or a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5-6 ears of corn)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: Begin by husking the corn and removing all the silk strands. Use a sharp knife to carefully cut the corn kernels off the cobs into a large mixing bowl.
- Add Avocado: Dice the avocados and immediately add them to the bowl with the corn to prevent them from browning.
- Add Tomatoes and Onion: Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion, then add them to the bowl along with the corn and avocado.
- Prepare Jalapeños and Cilantro: Finely chop the cilantro and dice the jalapeños. Adjust the amount of jalapeños according to your spice preference before adding them to the salad mixture.
- Make the Dressing: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
- Toss Salad: Pour the lime dressing over the corn salad and gently toss all the ingredients together to evenly coat them with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the avocados.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately or chill it briefly in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld before serving for enhanced taste.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider adding chopped cucumbers or bell peppers.
- To make this salad spicier, include the jalapeño seeds or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
- If avocados start browning, adding a little extra lime juice helps preserve their vibrant color.
- Best consumed fresh, but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to one day.
