This vibrant and easy Fiesta Corn & Avocado Salad by Barefoot Contessa is a quick, nutritious side dish bursting with fresh flavors. Combining creamy avocado, sweet corn, and zesty lime, it’s perfect for any meal. Feel free to use fresh or frozen corn, and adjust the spice level to your liking.
Ingredients Needed
- 3 ears of corn, shucked (or 320g / 2 cups frozen or canned sweetcorn, drained)
- 1 tsp kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 250g / 9oz cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 orange bell pepper, cored, deseeded & diced (½-inch / 1.2cm pieces)
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- 2 jalapeño peppers, deseeded & finely chopped
- 1½ tsp lime zest (from about 2 limes)
- 60ml / ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 3 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic (or 1 garlic clove, finely minced)
- ¼ tsp chipotle chili powder (or smoked paprika for a milder taste)
- 2 ripe Hass avocados, diced
- Juice of 1 lemon (to prevent avocado browning)
How To Make Fiesta Corn And Avocado Salad
- Cook the corn: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 5–7 minutes until just tender. Drain, let cool for 5 minutes, then cut the kernels off the cob. (If using frozen, boil for 2 minutes; if canned, rinse and drain.)
- Combine the vegetables: In a large bowl, mix the corn, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeños.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chipotle chili powder, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp black pepper. Pour over the vegetables and toss well.
- Prepare the avocado: In a separate bowl, gently toss the diced avocados with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Assemble & serve: Carefully fold the avocado into the salad, ensuring it stays in chunks. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Recipe Tips
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Opt for ripe avocados and fresh corn to enhance the salad’s flavor and texture.
- Prevent Avocado Browning: Toss diced avocados in lemon or lime juice to maintain their vibrant color.
- Uniform Chopping: Cut vegetables into similar sizes for even flavor distribution and a pleasing presentation.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad before serving and add salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve Immediately: For the best taste and texture, prepare and serve the salad fresh, as avocados can brown over time.
How To Store Leftovers
Place leftover fiesta corn and avocado salad in an airtight container and refrigerate. Consume within 1 day to enjoy optimal freshness, as the avocado may brown over time.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 290mg
- Potassium: 370mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 17g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 5g
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Barefoot Contessa Fiesta Corn And Avocado Salad
Description
This vibrant and easy Fiesta Corn & Avocado Salad by Barefoot Contessa is a quick, nutritious side dish bursting with fresh flavors. Combining creamy avocado, sweet corn, and zesty lime, it’s perfect for any meal. Feel free to use fresh or frozen corn, and adjust the spice level to your liking.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the corn: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 5–7 minutes until just tender. Drain, let cool for 5 minutes, then cut the kernels off the cob. (If using frozen, boil for 2 minutes; if canned, rinse and drain.)
- Combine the vegetables: In a large bowl, mix the corn, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeños.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chipotle chili powder, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp black pepper. Pour over the vegetables and toss well.
- Prepare the avocado: In a separate bowl, gently toss the diced avocados with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Assemble & serve: Carefully fold the avocado into the salad, ensuring it stays in chunks. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Opt for ripe avocados and fresh corn to enhance the salad’s flavor and texture.
- Prevent Avocado Browning: Toss diced avocados in lemon or lime juice to maintain their vibrant color.
- Uniform Chopping: Cut vegetables into similar sizes for even flavor distribution and a pleasing presentation.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad before serving and add salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve Immediately: For the best taste and texture, prepare and serve the salad fresh, as avocados can brown over time.
- Serve Immediately: For the best taste and texture, prepare and serve the salad fresh, as avocados can brown over time.
Barefoot Contessa Fiesta Corn And Avocado Salad