A colorful corn salad featuring sweet kernels, creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh herbs, and a light lime dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
4 ears fresh corn, husked
2 ripe avocados, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional: 1 small jalapeño, finely diced
Instructions
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Remove corn kernels from the cobs. Use raw, lightly blanched, or grilled corn as preferred.
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Place corn kernels in a large bowl. Add halved cherry tomatoes and diced red onion.
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In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
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Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to coat.
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Add diced avocado and chopped herbs. Fold carefully to avoid mashing the avocado.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.