The first time I made this recipe was for a potluck barbeque at a friend’s house. At first, I was disappointed at being asked to bring a salad. Don’t get me wrong; I love salad! But I was hoping for something a tad more challenging and, dare I say, exciting. So, I decided to create a unique (if slightly unconventional) salad sure to wow the guests! It turned out to be a real showstopper, and it was one of the first dishes to disappear from the table! And not only is it super simple to make, but it’s also unbelievably versatile!
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Avocado Corn Salad
Cook the Corn Prepare the Dressing
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
This avocado corn salad only takes about 20 minutes to throw together if you have your corn cooked ahead of time. I’ll often cook the corn and cut it off the cob the day before, storing it in the fridge until I’m ready to assemble my salad. I like to leave some of the kernels together to add more texture to the salad! Once the salad is together, leave it in the fridge for at least one hour to let the flavors meld nicely. Or, for a more robust flavor, you can prepare the salad up to four hours ahead of time and refrigerate it.
Serving and Storage Instructions
This salad can be served either at room temperature or slightly chilled. Once assembled, you can store it in the fridge until serving. Unfortunately, it doesn’t freeze well. Your tomatoes and cucumbers will turn to mush. If you plan on eating it later, you should be able to keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for a couple of days. However, you can freeze the cooked corn by itself for a future salad!
What to Serve With Avocado Corn Salad
This salad goes perfectly with all things grilled! It would pair beautifully with baby back ribs or grilled salmon. I recommend spicy grilled New York steak or Southern fried chicken for other meat options.
More Scrumptious Salad Recipes to Try
Looking forward to summer? Here are some more salads with summer vibes!
Bacon Broccoli SaladSouthern Chicken SaladEasy ColeslawRanch Potato SaladGreek Salad
Conclusion
Who said salads are boring? With its crunchy yet creamy texture and tangy flavors, this guy is anything but boring! So go ahead, sign up for salad at your next potluck! I’ve got you covered! Leave me a comment and let me know how it goes at your next barbeque!
Watch How to Make It
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