Description
Looking for the best fresh salsa idea? This charred corn avocado salsa is quick, easy, and bursting with smoky sweet flavor! Perfect as a dip, taco topper, or side salad it’s healthy, colorful, and totally addicting. A simple crowd-pleasing recipe you’ll make all summer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ears fresh corn
- 2 ripe avocados diced
- 1/2 red onion finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Char corn on a grill or hot skillet until lightly blackened. Cool and cut off the cob.
- In a bowl, combine diced avocado, chopped red onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Add corn kernels, then pour in lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or chill briefly.
Notes
- Use frozen corn if fresh isn’t available—just thaw and char in a skillet.
- Add jalapeño or hot sauce for spice.
- Keep avocado out until serving if prepping in advance.
- Pairs well with tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg