Fresh Corn Tomato Avocado Lime (Printable)

Sweet corn, ripe tomatoes, and buttery avocado tossed in zesty lime dressing for a perfect summer side.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 3 ears of corn)
02 - 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
04 - ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
05 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
08 - ½ teaspoon honey or maple syrup
09 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Method:

01 - If using fresh corn, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn kernels and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. If using pre-cooked corn, skip this step.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes, which means you can actually make it on a weeknight without stress.
  • The lime dressing brightens everything without drowning the delicate sweetness of the corn.
  • One salad tastes completely different depending on who you're feeding it to—endlessly customizable.
02 -
  • If you make this ahead, keep the avocado separate and add it literally right before serving—it browns and gets sad if it sits in dressing.
  • The cold water bath for the corn is non-negotiable; it stops the cooking immediately and keeps the kernels from turning soft and starchy.
03 -
  • The secret to perfectly tender corn is that quick 2-minute blanch in salted water—it brings out the sweetness and removes any rawness without cooking away the delicate flavor.
  • Taste your lime juice before you use it; sometimes one lime is sweeter than another, so adjust the honey or salt accordingly to balance it.
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