Imagine a salad that transforms ordinary ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This Avocado Corn Salad with White Balsamic Honey Reduction is not just a recipe—it's a vibrant celebration of fresh, summery flavors that will elevate your dining experience from mundane to extraordinary. Packed with creamy avocados, sweet corn, and a luxurious honey-balsamic drizzle, this dish promises to be the star of your next meal, whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or craving a quick, gourmet lunch.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup corn, cooked
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by preparing all your ingredients. Dice the ripe avocados, ensuring they are firm yet soft enough to cut easily without becoming mushy.
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced avocados, cooked corn, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro. Gently toss the ingredients together to avoid mashing the avocados.
- In a small saucepan, prepare the white balsamic honey reduction. Pour in 1/4 cup of white balsamic vinegar and 2 tablespoons of honey. Stir the mixture over low heat until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Do not let it boil; you just want it warmed and mixed.
- Once the balsamic honey reduction is ready, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool slightly. This will enhance the flavors and make it easier to drizzle over the salad.
- Season the avocado corn salad with salt and pepper to taste. Be cautious with the salt, as the flavors of the fresh ingredients should shine through.
- Drizzle the warm white balsamic honey reduction over the salad. Toss gently to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients without breaking apart the avocado.
- Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This resting time will enhance the overall taste of the dish.
- Serve the avocado corn salad in individual bowls or on a large serving platter. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
- Enjoy your fresh and flavorful avocado corn salad as a side dish or a light main course!
Tips
- • Choose avocados that are ripe but still firm - they should yield slightly to gentle pressure but not be mushy • Use fresh corn if possible; grilled corn adds an amazing smoky dimension to the salad • Make the balsamic reduction slowly and carefully to prevent burning • Allow the salad to rest for 5 minutes before serving to let flavors meld together • For extra freshness, prepare ingredients just before serving to prevent avocados from browning • Adjust honey and vinegar quantities to balance sweetness and acidity to your taste • Consider adding a sprinkle of toasted pepitas or sunflower seeds for extra crunch
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
