Summer Corn Salad With Bell Peppers, Tomatoes
By Aurora Ibarra
Although summer is still a month away, beautiful corn cobs are now in every supermarket. So, why not start enjoying summer dishes early? A bite of this salad will instantly transport you to a sunny summer day! Serve with quesadillas for a complete meal.
Cook Time: 5 mins
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Ingredients
- 1/2 red onion, coarsely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (from 1 ear of corn)
- 15 cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 avocado, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Fresh ground pepper to taste
- sunflower or canola oil
Directions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil on a small pan over medium heat, add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until slightly browned. Add the corn kernels and cook for 2 minutes more. Let cool.
- In a big bowl combine the onion-corn mixture with the rest of the ingredients.
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