Description
This Corn Tomato Avocado Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a light lunch. It combines the sweetness of corn, the juiciness of tomatoes, and the creaminess of avocado with a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh or frozen (thawed) corn kernels
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, finely diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
- Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh corn when in season. If using frozen, make sure it’s fully thawed and drained.
- If you don’t have fresh cilantro, you can substitute with fresh parsley.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice, salt, and pepper to your taste.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh, as avocado can brown over time. If making ahead, add the avocado just before serving.
- Consider adding a pinch of chili powder or a finely diced jalapeño for a little kick.
- For added protein, you can mix in grilled chicken, shrimp, or black beans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1 cup
- Calories: 200-250
- Sugar: 8-12g
- Sodium: 300-400mg
- Fat: 12-18g
- Saturated Fat: 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20-25g
- Fiber: 5-7g
- Protein: 3-5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Corn Salad, Tomato Salad, Avocado Salad, Summer Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Refreshing Salad, Potluck Salad, Easy Salad, No-Cook Salad, Lime Dressing