Summer Corn Salad with Avocado
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Summer Corn Salad with Avocado. Crisp, sweet corn kernels combine beautifully with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs, all tossed in zesty lime dressing. This salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously simple dish perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light side for dinner. Whip it up quickly to impress your guests and savor the best of seasonal produce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh sweet corn
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by removing husks and slicing off kernels into a large mixing bowl.
- Finely chop the red onion and slice cherry tomatoes in half. Add to the bowl along with diced avocados.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil. Pour over the salad mixture.
- Gently toss all ingredients until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g (includes Monounsaturated Fat: 10g)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg