Corn Salad with Avocado
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
253 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Corn Salad with Avocado
Description
The salad starts by cooking fresh corn briefly before cooling and cutting the kernels off the cob, or simply using drained canned corn. This forms the crunchy, sweet base. Soft avocado is diced into large pieces to add creaminess contrasted by the juicy cherry tomatoes and sharpness of shallots or onion. Chopped coriander (cilantro) adds a fresh herbal note.
The dressing is a simple blend of lime juice and extra virgin olive oil, seasoned with salt and black pepper, which lightly coats the ingredients without overpowering them. The result is a lively salad with a balance of textures and subtle citrus brightness. This can be served immediately or chilled slightly to mingle flavors.
Ideal as a side dish, this salad pairs well with grilled meats, seafood, or as a fresh addition to summer meals. Using fresh corn gives the best texture, but canned is a convenient alternative.
Ingredients
- 2 corn or 400g / 14 oz canned corn, drained, on the cob
- 1 avocado , cut into large dice
- 200 g cherry tomatoes halved (or 2 large tomatoes, cut into large dice, 7 oz
- 2 shallot finely sliced or 1 small red onion finely chopped, or scallions
- 1/3 cup Coriander or parsley, finely chopped; also known as cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice or 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to the boil and cook corn on the cob for 3 minutes. Drain corn, run under cold water to stop cooking further. Once cool to touch, cut corn off the cob. Cool.
- Place remaining ingredients in a large bowl, drizzle over lime juice, olive oil and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Toss gently, serve.
Notes
- This salad pairs well as a side to grilled prawns or other seafood dishes.
- Nutrition is calculated assuming four servings.
- To maintain crispness, prepare close to serving time and keep refrigerated.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 201g | |
| Calories | 253cal | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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