Summer Corn Salad with Fresh Herbs & Avocado
Bright, fresh, and bursting with garden-fresh flavors, this Summer Corn Salad with Fresh Herbs & Avocado celebrates summer with sweet corn, creamy avocado, and aromatic herbs. Perfect as a light, healthy dish for warm days, it requires minimal cooking and is versatile enough to serve as a side, light main, or vibrant addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling, Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Herbs
- 3 ears fresh sweet corn (grilled or boiled)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
Dressing & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: Cook the corn by boiling the ears for 3–5 minutes until tender or grilling on medium heat until slightly smoky. Allow the corn to cool before cutting the kernels off the cob.
- Chop the Fresh Herbs and Veggies: While the corn cools, finely chop cilantro and parsley, dice the avocado into cubes, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- Mix the Dressing: Whisk together fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt, and freshly cracked black pepper in a small bowl to create a bright and simple dressing.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss the corn kernels, avocado cubes, cherry tomatoes, chopped herbs, and red onion with the dressing. Stir lightly to keep the avocado’s creamy texture intact and avoid mashing.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature to enjoy its fresh, summery taste.
Notes
- Always use the freshest corn and herbs for the best flavor.
- Handle avocado gently; fold it in last to maintain its creamy texture.
- Grilling corn adds a subtle smokiness that enhances the salad.
- Adjust lime juice gradually to achieve your preferred brightness.
- Letting the salad chill allows flavors to meld harmoniously before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: summer salad, corn salad, fresh herbs, avocado salad, healthy salad, light meal, gluten free, vegetarian