Tomato Avocado Corn Salad (Easy Summer Salad)
Take advantage of summer corn and tomatoes by making this Avocado Corn Salad. It’s brightly colored and full of great flavor, not to mention easy to make! This summer salad is simple enough for every day but has a pretty enough presentation that it can easily be served for a backyard get together.
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Making this Tomato Avocado Corn Salad
Chips and and salsa, or dip or guacamole…basically tortilla chips in general are one of my favorite snacks. It is such a classic combo.
And my favorite chips are actually pretty good for you, too. I have been buying Food Should Taste Good Chips for years. There are all sorts of fun flavors like Multigrain, Guacamole, Blue Corn, Olive, and Sweet Potato.
A couple weekends ago we had out of town guests visiting and I made a kind of enchilada casserole type recipe for dinner.
Normally I would make a green salad and some guacamole to go with a meal like this. I decided I wanted to try a little bit different take on a side salad.
I left everything chunky and added some corn for an extra pop of color so it was more like a deconstructed guacamole. This recipe was so good paired with the casserole and a huge hit. The the leftovers were perfect the next day for afternoon snacking.
This deconstructed guacamole is also perfect for snacking with chips, or for adding on top of tacos, fajitas, grilled meats or a Mexican salad. And it is great for entertaining!
Tools Needed to Make this Avocado Corn Salad
You’ll need a few kitchen tools to prepare this recipe for tomato corn avocado salad. Here’s what I recommend having on hand before getting started:
- Sharp Knife and Cutting Board – to cut the juicy tomatoes and ripe avocados.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons – to measure the ingredients.
- Small Bowl – to combine the dressing ingredients
- Wire Whisk – to whisk the cilantro lime dressing ingredients together.
- Flexible Spatula – to gently stir the corn tomato avocado salad.
- Large Bowl – I like to choose a bowl large enough to stir the salad together that I can also use as a serving bowl.
Ingredients in Avocado Corn Salad
For the Salad:
- Grape Tomatoes
- Sweet Corn
- Avocado
- Jalapeño Pepper
For the dressing:
- Fresh Cilantro
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Fresh Garlic
- Chili Powder
- Ground Cumin
- Sea Salt
- Black Pepper
For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions to make this avocado and fresh corn salad, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.
How to Make Tomato Avocado Corn Salad
This recipe is so easy to make! Here’s a quick summary of this recipe. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
- Add the remaining ingredients to a bowl, pour the dressing over top, and stir gently to mix.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving, or serve immediately.
- Tastes best if you let it refrigerate for a little bit to chill first.
- Garnish with lime wedges if desired.
The above is simply a quick summary of this recipe. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.
Tips for Making the Best Avocado Corn Salad
- In the summer months, it is fun to cook corn on the grill to use in this easy side dish
- Learn how to cut an avocado quickly — and safely! — using this guide.
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. Summer tomatoes will taste the best since they’re in season!
- Use ripe avocados that are slightly firm still. If they’re too soft, they won’t hold their shape and will become mushy when the salad is stirred.
- Fresh lime juice is much better than the bottled variety. Learn how to squeeze the most juice from limes when making this salad.
Avocado Corn Salad FAQs
Got questions about how to make this avocado corn tomato salad recipe? Here are the answers to a few commonly asked questions. Feel free to leave any other questions in the comments on this post and I’ll respond with answers.
Can I Use Cherry Tomatoes Instead?
Sure! You can even use larger tomatoes that are diced into bite sized pieces. I happen to love grape tomatoes and often plant them in my garden, so I usually have plenty to spare in the summer.
Do I Have to Use Fresh Corn?
No! Canned corn or frozen corn kernels are both a great option if you don’t have fresh corn on hand or it isn’t in season when you want to prepare this salad.
If using canned corn, drain and rinse it first. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain it before adding to the salad.
Can I Add Other Ingredients?
If you want to add a little more bulk to this salad, then I recommend adding a can of black beans. Drain and rinse the beans before adding to the salad.
When is the Best Time to Serve this Avocado Corn Salad Recipe
This is the perfect summer side dish to serve on a hot summer day when you want to enjoy seasonal produce! Summer is prime for ripe tomatoes and fresh sweet corn, making this a good salad for summer BBQs or summer picnics.
We also like to serve it with enchiladas, on Taco Tuesday, or as an appetizer for game day.
How Do You Store Leftovers?
Leftovers are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The creamy avocado can brown if this summer salad isn’t eaten right away.
To prevent this add little extra lime juice before refrigerating, gently press a sheet of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the salad, then add the container’s lid over the plastic wrap.
Try this Avocado Corn Salad at Home!
Next time you’re looking for the perfect summer side dish, give this summer corn salad with avocado and tomato a try!
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Tomato Avocado Corn Salad
This Tomato Avocado Corn Salad is perfect for snacking with chips, or for adding on top of tacos, fajitas, grilled meats or a Mexican salad. And it is great for entertaining!
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Juice from 2 Fresh Limes
- 2 tablespoons chopped Fresh Cilantro
- 1 clove Fresh Garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Salad
- 1 pint Red Grape Tomatoes
- 3 large Avocados
- 1 cup Fresh Sweet Yellow Corn Kernels, cooked and cut off the cob
- 1 Jalapeño Pepper, minced
Instructions
To Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Using a wire whisk, whisk the dressing ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
Making the Salad:
- Wash and dry the grape tomatoes. Slice them in half lengthwise (from end to end). Add the tomatoes to a large mixing bowl.
- Next, cut the avocado in half lengthwise, carefully remove the pit and discard.
- Cut each half of avocado in half again lengthwise. Gently peel away the avocado skin and discard.
- Then, cut the avocado quarters in half. Cut each portion into cubes.
- Repeat with remaining avocados. Add the avocado to the bowl with the tomatoes.
- Add the fresh corn and jalapeño to the tomato and avocado mixture. Pour the dressing over top, stirring gently with a flexible spatula so as not to smash the avocado.
- Taste, and add additional salt and pepper, if desired.
Notes
Serving Instructions:
Salad may be chilled for up to an hour before serving. Best served the same day.
How Do You Store Leftovers?
Leftovers are best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The creamy avocado can brown if this summer salad isn’t eaten right away.
To prevent this add little extra lime juice before refrigerating, gently press a sheet of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the salad, then add the container’s lid over the plastic wrap.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 183Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 95mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 7gSugar: 6gProtein: 3g
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