Avocado Tomato Corn Salad (Print-Friendly Version)

Creamy avocado, sweet corn, and tomatoes tossed with crisp lettuce and zesty lime dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad Base

01 - 2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
02 - 1 cup corn kernels, cooked
03 - 2 large ripe avocados, diced
04 - 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

→ Lime Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - 1 clove garlic, minced

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the shredded romaine lettuce, cooked corn kernels, diced avocado, halved grape tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion until evenly distributed.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, salt, red chili flakes, ground cumin, and minced garlic until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the lime dressing evenly over the salad base and gently toss to coat all ingredients, taking care to keep the avocado pieces intact.
04 - Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if desired. Serve immediately as a light side or pair with grilled chicken, fish, shrimp, tacos, or fajitas for a complete meal.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Select fully ripe avocados for maximum creaminess and flavor.
02 - For enhanced sweetness and tenderness, consider boiling fresh corn in milk before cutting the kernels.
03 - Ensure the dressing is thoroughly mixed to emulsify the oil with the lime juice for a cohesive texture.
04 - Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one day, as avocado will oxidize and brown quickly.
05 - A light sprinkle of lime juice over avocado before refrigerating helps slow the browning process.