Corn and Avocado Salsa

Description

Lime juice combined with avocados and corn make this yummy salsa go well with plain tortilla chips or with grilled chicken. Make just before serving for the best flavor and texture.

Ingredients

  • 3 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed
  • 2 avocados – peeled, pitted, and cubed
  • 1 red onion, finely diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover
  2. and bring to a boil. Cook until kernels are tender but crisp
  3. about 5 minutes. Drain
  4. and cool in cold water. Use a knife to scrape kernels from the cobs.
  5. Place kernels in a medium bowl. Stir in avocados
  6. red onion
  7. bell pepper
  8. and garlic. Add cumin
  9. red pepper flakes
  10. and cilantro. Mix in vinegar
  11. olive oil
  12. and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 35 mins

Servings: 4

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