Strawberry Avocado Corn Salad
Strawberry Avocado Corn Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances sweet, juicy strawberries with creamy avocado and crunchy corn. Ideal for summer barbecues or as a light side dish, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash all fruits and vegetables. Quarter the strawberries and dice the avocado.
- If using fresh corn, boil for about 5 minutes until tender. For frozen corn, thaw as per package instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine strawberries, avocado, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper. Gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in feta cheese or swapping strawberries for blueberries. - To prevent avocado from browning, ensure to add lime juice immediately after cutting.