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Fresh Corn Salad with Lime and Herbs – Quick & Healthy

This Fresh Corn Salad with Lime and Herbs is a quick, healthy, and colorful side dish. It’s made with sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for summer meals, BBQs, or meal prep—ready in just 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
Cuisine: american brunch, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved or diced
  • 1 avocado diced (optional)
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Prepare the corn: Use cooked corn (boiled, grilled, or canned). Let it cool if warm.
  2. Chop the ingredients: Dice tomatoes, avocado (optional), red onion, and herbs.
  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix the salad: In a large bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, onion, avocado, and herbs.
  5. Add the dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  6. Chill and serve: Let it sit for 10–15 minutes, then serve cold or at room temperature.