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Honey-Lime Avocado and Corn Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring creamy avocados, sweet corn, and a zesty honey-lime dressing—perfect for summer gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 whole ripe avocados, diced Choose ripe but firm avocados.
  • 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or canned) If using fresh corn, prepare it before mixing.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped Fresh cilantro adds a nice flavor.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 whole lime, juiced Fresh lime juice is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Can substitute with agave nectar for a vegan option.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to your preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice the avocados, chop the red onion and cilantro, and prepare the corn.
  2. If using canned corn, drain and rinse it.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, combine lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Combining the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, mix the diced avocados, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad.
  3. Gently toss using a spatula or wooden spoon to combine without mashing the avocados.
Serving
  1. Taste the salad and adjust the lime juice or seasoning to your preference.
  2. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Notes

For variations, consider adding black beans, jalapeños, queso fresco, or tropical fruits like mango or pineapple. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. To prevent avocados from browning, cover the surface of the salad with plastic wrap before sealing the container.