Paleo Fresh Corn Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Paleo Fresh Corn Salad is the ultimate summertime side dish that’s both healthy and refreshing. Made with tender kernels of freshly cooked corn, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the zesty brightness of fresh lime juice, this salad is entirely grain-free and paleo-friendly. A touch of creamy avocado and a sprinkle of cilantro elevate the dish to new heights, while a light olive oil dressing ties everything together beautifully. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or an easy make-ahead meal, this quick and colorful salad is ready in just 30 minutes and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Indulge in its natural flavors while enjoying a guilt-free, nutrient-packed bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 large avocado
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by boiling a large pot of water. Once boiling, add the ears of fresh corn and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the kernels are tender. Remove the corn and let cool.
While the corn cools, dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. Place all of these into a large mixing bowl.
Once the corn is cool enough to handle, carefully cut the kernels off each cob and add them to the mixing bowl with the other vegetables.
Peel and dice the avocado, then gently fold it into the salad mix to prevent it from mashing.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined and coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a fresh and vibrant side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.0 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1266 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 3205 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
