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Summer Corn Salad with Avocado

Summer Corn Salad with Avocado – A Refreshing Delight

A refreshing Summer Corn Salad with Avocado featuring sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado; perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cobs Fresh corn Look for plump kernels with no dull spots.
  • 2 cups Cherry tomatoes Grape or cherry tomatoes are preferred for their sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Finely chopped for a mild sweetness.
  • 1 medium Avocado Serve fresh and diced just before serving.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Include both leaves and stems for maximum flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Use generously to coat the salad.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Sharp Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil. Add the corn cobs and let them boil for 1½ to 2 minutes until tender.
  2. Transfer the corn to a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, cut the corn kernels off the cobs.
  3. Wash and halve or quarter the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  5. Squeeze in the lime juice, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and gently toss to combine.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  7. Just before serving, dice the avocado and gently fold it into the salad or arrange it on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Keep avocado separate until ready to serve for optimal freshness.

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