Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sweet Corn Avocado Salad, a delightful summer dish that combines fresh ingredients with minimal effort. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad features sweet corn, creamy avocado, and zesty jalapeño, all tossed together for a refreshing burst of taste. Perfect as an appetizer or a healthy side dish for any gathering, it’s versatile enough to complement grilled meats or stand alone as a light meal. Enjoy the health benefits of this dairy-free and gluten-free option, while savoring every bite of this colorful creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears sweet corn
- 1 semi-ripe avocado (cubed)
- 1 jalapeño (finely chopped)
- 3 green onions (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup cilantro (finely chopped)
- Juice of ½ lime
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional)
- 1 tsp tajin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large saucepan. Add corn and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright.
- Drain and cool the corn under cold water before slicing kernels off the cob.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced corn, cubed avocado, jalapeño, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil (if using), tajin, salt, and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg