Here’s a fresh, vibrant, and summery Avocado Corn Tomato Salad that’s perfect as a side dish, light lunch, or topping for grilled meats and tacos.
🥑🌽🍅 Avocado Corn Tomato Salad Recipe
✅ Ingredients (Serves 4)
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2 ripe avocados, diced
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1 ½ cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or grilled)
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1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved (or diced regular tomatoes)
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1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Juice of 1 lime
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1–2 Tbsp olive oil
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Salt & pepper, to taste
🥣 Instructions
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Prep Ingredients: Dice avocados, halve the tomatoes, chop onions and cilantro.
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Combine: In a large bowl, gently mix corn, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
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Add Avocado Last: Add the diced avocado just before serving to keep it from getting too soft.
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Dress: Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
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Toss Gently: Use a spoon or spatula to carefully toss everything together.
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Serve Fresh: Best enjoyed immediately or within a couple of hours (avocados may brown over time).
🌟 Tips & Variations
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Grilled Corn: Grilling or charring corn adds a smoky, sweet flavor.
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Add Protein: Toss in black beans, grilled shrimp, or feta cheese for a heartier dish.
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Spice It Up: Add diced jalapeño or a dash of chili flakes.
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Make Ahead: You can prep all ingredients except avocado a few hours ahead—just add avocado before serving.