Fresh Avocado and Corn Salsa

Ingredients

• 2 ears of corn, husked
• 2 ripe avocados, pitted and diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

2. 2.

   Grill corn for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until kernels are slightly charred.

3. 3.

   Let corn cool slightly, then cut kernels off the cob.

4. 4.

   In a large bowl, combine corn, avocado, red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro.

5. 5.

   In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

6. 6.

   Pour dressing over salsa and gently toss to combine.

7. 7.

   Serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutritional Information

Equipment

• Grill
• Large bowl
• Small bowl
• Whisk
• Knife
• Cutting board

Tips

• For a spicier salsa, add a finely chopped jalapeño pepper.
• Roasting the corn in the oven is a great alternative if you don't have a grill.
• Add black beans for extra protein and fiber.
• Make sure the avocado is ripe but firm to avoid a mushy salsa.