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Summer Corn Salad

Summer Corn Salad: A Delightful Taste of Sun-Kissed Bliss

This Summer Corn Salad captures the vibrant essence of summer with sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 ears Fresh Corn Kernels Shucked, or substitute with 4 cups of frozen corn, thawed.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely diced or soaked in ice water for milder flavor.
  • 2 medium Avocado Ripe but firm; can substitute with hummus.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional, can be replaced with parsley.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin is best.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the fresh corn kernels by grilling them over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or boiling in salted water for 5-7 minutes. Cool slightly and cut the kernels into a mixing bowl.
  2. In the bowl with the corn, add diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely diced red onion. Soak onions in ice water for a milder flavor if desired.
  3. Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the sweetest corn available for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Adding lime juice to avocado can prevent browning.

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