Corn and Avocado Salad

Name: Corn and Avocado Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups corn kernels; 2 ripe avocados, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tsp olive oil; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

A simple, vibrant summer salad of sweet corn, creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro with a fresh lime dressing. No cooking required - ready in minutes.

10 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups corn kernels
2 ripe avocados, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp olive oil
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups corn kernels, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
2

Gently fold in 2 diced ripe avocados - do not over-mix.
3

Drizzle with 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 2 tsp olive oil.
4

Season with salt and black pepper to taste and toss very gently.
5

Serve immediately so the avocado stays bright and creamy.

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Why does Corn and Avocado Salad say not to overmix?

Step 2 reads: "Gently fold in 2 diced ripe avocados - do not over-mix." Stirring develops gluten, and gluten makes quick batters tough and tunneled. Stop at step 2 while a few streaks of flour remain; they hydrate on their own.

What can I use instead of cilantro in Corn and Avocado Salad?

The entry for Corn and Avocado Salad calls for 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Is Corn and Avocado Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Corn and Avocado Salad carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

How many carbs are in Corn and Avocado Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 18 g of carbohydrate in about 220 calories, with 4 g protein and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 120 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Corn and Avocado Salad keep?

Water seeps out of the tomatoes as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Corn and Avocado Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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