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Perfect Avocado Corn Salad Recipe - Ultimate Summer Side Dish

This vibrant avocado corn salad combines creamy avocado with sweet corn, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing for the ultimate summer side dish. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, it delivers incredible flavor in just 15 minutes with a combination of textures that makes it both healthy and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 ripe avocados, diced
  • 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh or canned)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare your corn. If using fresh corn, grill it for 10-12 minutes until slightly charred, then cut the kernels off the cob. For canned corn, simply drain and rinse well.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño if using.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, and cumin until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine. Be careful not to mash the avocado too much - you want to maintain some texture.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately for the best texture, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Choose ripe but firm avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure. Grill corn for extra smoky flavor. Prepare dressing and chop vegetables in advance but combine just before serving to prevent avocado browning. Customize with black beans, parsley, or cucumber.