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How to Make a Summer Corn Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels about 5-6 ears
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional
For the Lime Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin

Method
 

Prepare the Corn
  1. If using fresh corn on the cob, you can either use it raw (if very fresh and sweet) or blanch it in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and let cool before cutting the kernels off the cob.
  2. Alternatively, you can grill the corn for a smoky flavor before removing the kernels.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, pepper, and cumin until well emulsified.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  3. Top with crumbled feta cheese if using. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.