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Fresh Creamy Corn and Avocado Salad

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A quick and easy salad combining sweet corn, creamy avocado, and a tangy Greek yogurt dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 medium ears, husked and kernels cut off)
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped (or parsley as substitute)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
  • Juice of 1 large lime
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the kernels off the cobs to get about 3 cups of fresh corn kernels. Set aside.
  2. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, then dice into medium chunks.
  3. Halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and roughly chop the cilantro. Soak the onion in cold water for 10 minutes if you want to soften its sharpness, then drain well.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the corn, diced avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently fold everything together using a spatula or wooden spoon, taking care not to mash the avocado.
  7. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or chili flakes if desired.
  8. Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Fresh corn is preferred for sweetness and crunch, but frozen kernels can be used if thawed and drained well. Avoid overdressing to keep the salad light. Chill before serving for best flavor. Prepare avocado last to prevent browning and toss immediately with lime juice.

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