Avocado Corn Salad
A refreshing, zesty salad made with creamy avocados, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and a bright lime dressing. Perfect as a side or light main dish, this salad is easy to make and packed with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large ripe avocados, diced
- 1½ cups corn kernels (fresh, grilled, or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: If using fresh corn and a smoky flavor is desired, preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Use a wide mixing bowl to combine ingredients evenly without crushing.
- Assemble the Dish: Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil, then add salt and black pepper.
- Cook to Perfection: Gently toss all ingredients together to coat evenly without mashing the avocado.
- Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill for 15 minutes to let flavors blend.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately or with your favorite grilled protein or chips.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados to prevent mushiness.
- Grilled corn adds a smoky depth to the salad.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances the flavors.
- Add black beans, feta, or jalapeños for extra flavor variations.
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