Avocado Corn Salad

Avocado Corn Salad

This avocado corn salad is a favorite of my husband and a great summer dish with fresh-from-the-field corn.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 ears fresh corn in husks
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 medium avocados, diced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 ounce lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Place ears of corn in a microwave with husks still on and cook on high power until tender, 5 to 6 minutes.

Step 2
Combine tomatoes and avocados in a large mixing bowl. Remove corn and cut kernels from cobs into the bowl. Add cilantro and mix together.

Step 3
Mix oil, honey, lime juice, garlic, cayenne, and black pepper together and pour over vegetable mixture. Toss and serve.

Cook’s Note:

You can use frozen corn if you don't want to deal with cooking and cutting.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

216
Calories
17g
Fat
17g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 216
% Daily Value *
Total Fat17g 22%
Saturated Fat3g 13%
Sodium14mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate17g 6%
Dietary Fiber6g 21%
Total Sugars4g
Protein3g
Vitamin C20mg 100%
Calcium13mg 1%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium528mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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