Summer Corn Tomato Avocado (Print)

Bright mix of corn, tomatoes, avocado, and lime dressing for a colorful, refreshing summer dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups fresh corn kernels, about 3 ears or thawed frozen corn
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, about 1 lime
08 - 1/2 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
09 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - If using fresh corn, bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add corn kernels and cook for 2 minutes, then drain and cool. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain well.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes for enhanced flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like summer but takes barely longer than a shower to prepare.
  • The lime vinaigrette is bright enough to make even the simplest vegetables feel like they're singing.
  • You can throw it together 15 minutes before guests arrive and still feel completely put together.
02 -
  • Add the avocado last and handle it gently or it turns into mush and looks sad instead of luxurious.
  • The dressing will separate as it sits, but that's not failure—just give it a quick shake or stir right before serving and it comes right back together.
03 -
  • If you're making this ahead, prep everything but the avocado, keep the dressing separate, and combine everything 10 minutes before serving to avoid soggy sadness.
  • A tiny pinch of cumin in the vinaigrette adds an unexpected warmth that makes people ask what the secret ingredient is.
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