Description
Mexican Corn Salad is a colorful and refreshing dish that combines sweet corn, zesty lime, and creamy avocado, making it a perfect side for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- Fresh corn (on the cob or canned)
- Red bell pepper
- Cilantro
- Lime juice
- Avocado
- Red onion
- Chili powder
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- If using fresh corn, boil in salted water for 5-7 minutes until tender. Cool and slice off the kernels.
- In a large bowl, combine corn, chopped red bell pepper, and diced red onion.
- Add freshly squeezed lime juice, chopped cilantro, and diced avocado; gently fold to mix.
- Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper; toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling / Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Grilling the corn before adding enhances its flavor. - For a spicy kick, swap red bell pepper for jalapeΓ±os or add feta cheese instead of cotija.