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Avocado Corn Salad

This avocado corn salad is a blend of corn kernels, fresh avocado, ripe tomatoes and red onion, all tossed in a homemade lime dressing. A colorful side dish that is quick to put together and always gets rave reviews!

Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 238 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the salad
  • 4 cups corn kernels fresh, canned or thawed from frozen
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 avocados diced
  • 1/3 cup cilantro leaves chopped, plus more for garnish
For the dressing
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

For the salad
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  1. Place the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado and cilantro in a large bowl.
For the dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined.
  2. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately. Garnish with sprigs of cilantro.

Notes

  • If you're planning to make this salad in advance, wait to add the avocado until right before you serve it.
  • For fresh corn, grill or boil the corn on the cob, then slice the cooked kernels off for the salad.

Nutrition Information

Calories 238kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 216mg (9%) Potassium 401mg (11%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 404IU (8%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 238

% Daily Value*

Calories 238kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 216mg 9%
Potassium 401mg 9%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 404IU 8%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.