Fresh Corn Tomato Avocado Lime (Print Version)

A refreshing mix of corn, tomatoes, avocado, and lime dressing for light, flavorful summer meals.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups fresh corn kernels, approximately 3 ears of corn
02 - 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
04 - ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
05 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, approximately 1 lime
08 - ½ teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add corn kernels and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process. If using pre-cooked corn, proceed to the next step.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
04 - Pour dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to ensure even coating of all ingredients.
05 - Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • It's ready in twenty minutes, which means you can go from craving to eating faster than you'd think possible.
  • The combination of sweet corn, bright citrus, and creamy avocado feels indulgent but tastes completely honest.
  • It pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, fish, or tacos, or stands completely on its own as lunch.
02 -
  • Don't dress the salad hours ahead of time—the tomatoes will release their water and the avocado will darken, turning what should be vibrant into something sad.
  • If you're using pre-cooked corn from the freezer or a can, skip the boiling step entirely and taste it first to see if it needs salt.
03 -
  • If you're chopping everything by hand and find yourself frustrated, remember that slightly uneven pieces actually catch the dressing better than perfectly uniform cuts.
  • Make the dressing while the corn is cooling—the time it sits means the flavors knit together, and you'll taste a more cohesive result.
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