5 Ingredient Avocado Salad Recipe w/ Fresh Corn & Tomatoes
Summer's easiest, brightest dish is here! This avocado salad recipe is quick (5-min), fresh, and wildly addictive. Perfect for hot days as a salad, meal, dip, or topping.
This vibrant avocado salad recipe is a true celebration of late summer’s bounty! With just five simple, wholesome ingredients, this dish bursts with bold colors, bright aromas, and toe-tapping flavors.
You say tomato, I say to-mah-to … We call it a salad, but its incredible versatility means it can double as a lively relish, a chunky avocado salsa, or even a light meal all on its own.
This isn’t just an avocado salad with tomatoes and corn; it’s a testament to how incredible simple, fresh food can taste.
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Why Fresh & Organic Produce Matters
The heart of this avocado salad recipe lies the undeniable power of fresh, high-quality ingredients. This is why we like to cook with seasonal ingredients and buy from local farmers and shop at the local farmer’s market when possible!
When it comes to produce like avocados, corn, and tomatoes, choosing organic options ensures you’re savoring nature’s best, free from yucky pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides (yikes!).
- Purer Flavor: Organic fruits and vegetables are often grown in healthier soil, which can translate to more vibrant, authentic flavors. In a recipe this simple, every ingredient truly shines, and quality makes all the difference.
- Enhanced Nutrition: While research continues, many believe organic farming practices can lead to produce with higher levels of beneficial nutrients and antioxidants.
- Reduced Exposure: Opting for organic produce minimizes your exposure to potentially harmful chemical residues, ensuring a cleaner, healthier meal for you and your family.
Our avocado corn tomato salad is a primo example of why we should let organic ingredients speak for themselves.
Ingredient Spotlight: A Powerhouse of Health Benefits
Each component of this avocado salad recipe contributes not only to its flavor-popping taste but also to its impressive nutritional profile.
- Avocado: The creamy cornerstone of this dish! Avocados are lauded for their abundance of healthy monounsaturated fats (the “good” fats that support heart health), along with significant amounts of fiber, potassium, and vitamins K, C, B6, and E. They promote satiety, support nutrient absorption, and add a luxurious texture to your avocado salad corn creation.
- Corn: Sweet and delightfully crunchy, corn is a whole grain that offers fiber, B vitamins (especially folate), and antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Choosing fresh, organic corn on the cob provides the purest flavor and highest nutritional value.
- Cherry Tomatoes: These juicy little gems bring a burst of sweetness and tang. Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene—a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to various health benefits, including skin and heart health.
- Lime: Fresh lime juice provides a bright, zesty acidity that perfectly balances the richness of the avocado and the sweetness of the corn. Limes are an excellent source of Vitamin C, an essential antioxidant that supports immune health and can help with iron absorption.
- Cilantro: This aromatic herb adds a distinct, fresh, and slightly citrusy note. Cilantro is more than just a garnish; it contains vitamins K and C, as well as several antioxidants. It’s an integral part of the vibrant flavor profile of this avocado corn salsa.
Serving Suggestions & Versatility
This easy Avocado Salad Recipe is incredibly versatile, making it a perfect addition to your summer menu. Use it as you will, but if you’re looking for a dessert recipe that would keep to the fresh organic seasonal produce theme, we love this plum blackberry peach crisp and this grilled peach whiskey sour (you read that right) alongside it.
Flavor-Popping Topping
Use it in place of traditional salsa on just about anything – think nachos, tacos especially our Fish Tacos w/Lime Cream Sauce or with corn tortillas from scratch, or simply with your favorite organic corn chips for a fresh twist on classic avocado corn salsa or guac recipe.
As Is
Enjoy it simply by the spoonful for a refreshing and satisfying anytime meal.
Hearty Main
Transform it into a more substantial entrée by mixing in organic black beans and/or cooked quinoa.
Gourmet Relish
Spoon this vibrant avocado salsa over grilled fish, chicken, or our [Grilled Margarita Pizza Recipe](link to your grilled pizza recipe here!) for a seasonal relish that elevates any dish.
Leftover Ingredients?
Food waste is a global problem so be sure to use up all of your fresh ingredients. Those organic cherry tomatoes can be used up on a grilled margarita pizza. Another good option would be to use up any of the avocado salad ingredients for this grilled (or baked) salmon with corn salsa.
How to Make This 5-Ingredient Avocado Salad
Makes 4 small servings
Ingredients
Method
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately or store in refrigerator up to 8 hours before serving.
