Description
A vibrant salad that combines sweet corn, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (Fusilli or Penne)
- 2 cups Corn (Fresh or Frozen)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 Red Onion, finely chopped
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling water in a large pot. Add salt, then cook your pasta according to the package instructions. Once al dente, drain it and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and cilantro. Toss gently to ensure even distribution.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add the cooled pasta into the bowl with the vegetables. Slowly pour the dressing over everything, and gently toss to combine.
- Serve: This salad can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for a couple of hours.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep avocado separate if possible to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pasta salad, summer salad, corn salad, avocado, lime dressing