CORN, AVOCADO AND CUCUMBER SALAD
This straight-from-the-garden vegetable salad is the essence of summer on a plate. It's very easy to make, but you'll need to buy sweet young corn, tender enough to eat raw, as well as perfectly ripe avocados and the freshest cucumbers. Feel free to add cherry tomatoes and radishes, and sprigs of crunchy purslane, if you can find it.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories easy, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine diced onion, lime juice and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Let macerate for 5 minutes, then whisk in olive oil and toasted cumin. Add corn kernels and a pinch of salt, and toss to coat.
- Cut avocados in thick slices and divide among 4 plates, arranging them in a random pattern. Top with the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Surround with sprigs of purslane.
- To serve, spoon a quarter of the corn and juices over each salad. Garnish with mint, queso fresco and red pepper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 421, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 773 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
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Lerato Mohomane
m@aol.comI'm definitely going to try this salad again with different variations.
Olusegun Elizabeth
elizabeth@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
Benard Wanyoike
benardw@hotmail.co.ukI love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.
Michael Lott
lottmichael@yahoo.comThis salad is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.
Akili Aset Mas'kara
am93@aol.comI'm not a huge fan of avocado, but I really enjoyed the avocado in this salad.
MOHAMMAD IQBAL
i-m7@aol.comThis salad is so easy to make, I can whip it up in no time.
Renee Mckain
m.renee@yahoo.comI love the tangy dressing on this salad.
Hassn Ali
a67@gmail.comThis salad is perfect for a summer barbecue.
Jamillah Asick
a.jamillah@gmail.comI love that this salad is so healthy and nutritious.
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t_anas@aol.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Ashley Kyer
k.a@yahoo.comI'm definitely going to make this salad again.
Julie Landers
l.j@hotmail.comThis salad is so refreshing and flavorful.
Sagun Shakya
s-sagun@yahoo.comI love the combination of sweet corn, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber in this salad.
Destination anchor
destination_a17@yahoo.comThis salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
jana amayreh
amayrehj8@gmail.comI added some grilled chicken to this salad for a more substantial meal.
Mukuye James
j81@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover corn and avocado.
Richard Adjei
richard-a@hotmail.comI love the bright and colorful appearance of this salad.
Keith Holem
keith_holem@hotmail.comThis salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Raj Prince
princer94@hotmail.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of corn, avocado, and cucumber.
Funmilayo Hannah
h_funmilayo@gmail.comThis salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings.