Chicken Avocado Corn Salad
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Chicken Avocado Corn Salad
Description
This salad uses fresh corn grilled until slightly charred and cut off the cob, providing a smoky sweetness. The chicken is pre-cooked, such as rotisserie, shredded or cubed for quick assembly. Diced avocado adds creaminess, while fresh cilantro contributes herbal brightness. Red onion is optional for a mild pungency and crunch.
The dressing is a blend of fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional chili powder for subtle heat and complexity. Tossing the salad with this dressing enhances all the ingredients with a zesty, balanced flavor. The salad can be served immediately or chilled for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld.
This recipe makes enough to serve 2-3 as a main dish or 6-8 as a side. It’s suited to warm weather meals or light lunches and pairs well with grilled meats or tortilla chips.
Ingredients
- 4 corn husked, ears
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 cups chicken rotisserie chicken works great!, shredded or cubed; cooked
- 2-3 avocado diced, medium-large
- ⅓ cup cilantro chopped
- ⅓ cup red onion optional, diced
dressing
- 3 tablespoons lime t, fresh squeezed juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder optional
Instructions
- Brush corn with olive oil, season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Grill over high heat for 6-8 minutes, turning throughout, until kernels begin to char a bit. Use a sharp knife to cut corn off the cob.
- In a medium bowl combine corn, chicken, avocado, cilantro, and onions (if using).
- Whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or cover tightly and store chilled up to 8 hours. (If serving after chilling, take it out of the fridge about 30 minutes before serving - it tastes best closer to room temperature)
Notes
- Recipe yields enough for 2-3 hungry people as a main dish, or 6-8 people as a side.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 612mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 256IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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