Corn and Avocado Salsa

Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

This easy salsa combines corn, avocado, onion, and bell pepper to make a quick, yummy tortilla chip dip or a tasty topping for grilled chicken or steak.

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
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1 Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook until kernels are tender but crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain, and cool in cold water. Use a knife to cut kernels from the cobs.
2 Place kernels in a medium bowl. Stir in avocados, red onion, bell pepper, vinegar, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.