Summer Corn Salad with Avocado and Cherry Tomatoes
This Summer Corn Salad is the perfect side dish for warm-weather gatherings! Bursting with vibrant colors, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this salad is fresh, flavorful, and ready in minutes. It’s tossed with a zesty lime and garlic dressing that ties everything together beautifully.
Ingredients
→ Servings: 6 (as a side salad)
- 1 lb cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
- 3 ears of corn, cooked, shucked, and cut off the cob
- 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (about 1/2 small bunch)
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 to 3 Tbsp lime juice, from 1 to 2 limes (to taste)
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or finely minced
- 1 tsp sea salt (or 3/4 tsp table salt)
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1️⃣ Combine the Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, add the halved or quartered cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, sliced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Press in the garlic cloves for an extra pop of flavor.
2️⃣ Dress the Salad
Drizzle the salad with 2 Tbsp olive oil and 2-3 Tbsp lime juice (adjust based on your taste).
Season with sea salt and black pepper.
3️⃣ Toss and Serve
Gently toss the salad until everything is well combined. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, bright flavors of summer in every bite!
Serving Tips
This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, seafood, or as a light standalone meal. For extra flavor, consider adding crumbled feta or queso fresco.
Fresh, easy, and bursting with flavor—this Summer Corn Salad is a true crowd-pleaser! 🌽🥑🍅