Summer Salad With Corn, Strawberries & Avocado Recipe
This vibrant Summer Salad with Corn, Strawberries & Avocado is the perfect seasonal dish, packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor. Featuring sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, grilled corn, and a zesty lime vinaigrette, this healthy summer salad is ideal for picnics, BBQs, or light lunches. A gluten-free, vegetarian delight that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
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2 ears fresh corn, grilled and kernels removed
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1 large ripe avocado, diced
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4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
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1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
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1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
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For the dressing:
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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2 tbsp lime juice
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
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Grill or roast the corn and cut kernels off the cob. Let cool.
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In a large bowl, add mixed greens, sliced strawberries, avocado, red onion, corn, and basil.
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey/maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
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Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
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Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
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For extra protein, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
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Use lemon juice instead of lime for a tangier dressing.
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Best served fresh to avoid avocado browning.
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Vegan version: skip the feta or use a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180 mg