Corn, Tomato and Avocado Salad
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 15 minutes
🥗 Servings: 2
Description:
A vibrant and refreshing summer salad bursting with the flavors of fresh corn, ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crisp lettuce. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing snack on a warm day. It’s quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. The combination of sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy dressing creates a harmony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite greens and cheese for a personalized touch.
Ingredients:
- 1 ear of corn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Pinch of coarse salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 yellow tomato
- 1 tomato
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
- 1 ripe avocado
- Bibb lettuce, or arugula if preferred
- Optional: Mizithra cheese, hard ricotta salata, or Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare the Corn:
- Shuck the corn and remove the husk and silk.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the corn for 2 minutes.
- Remove the corn from the boiling water and immediately transfer it to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- Once cooled, carefully slice the kernels off the cob and set aside.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sherry wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified.
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Assemble the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched corn kernels, diced yellow tomato, diced tomato, and torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle half of the prepared dressing over the corn and tomato mixture, tossing gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Peel and dice the avocado, then add it to the bowl with the corn and tomatoes. Gently fold in the avocado to avoid mashing it.
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Prepare the Greens:
- In another mixing bowl, toss the bibb lettuce or arugula with the remaining dressing until evenly coated.
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Plate and Serve:
- Divide the dressed lettuce among serving plates or bowls.
- Top the lettuce with the corn, tomato, and avocado mixture, distributing it evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle the salad with grated Mizithra cheese, hard ricotta salata, or Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors of this delightful summer salad!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 280.1
- Fat: 21.2g
- Saturated Fat: 3.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 43.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.5g
- Fiber: 9g
- Sugar: 5.5g
- Protein: 5.7g
Recipe Notes:
- For added crunch and flavor, consider tossing in some toasted pine nuts or pepitas.
- If you prefer a tangier dressing, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Feel free to experiment with different varieties of tomatoes for a colorful and flavorful twist.
- This salad is best served immediately after assembling to ensure maximum freshness and crispness. If making ahead, store the components separately and assemble just before serving.
