2007 is all about salads without lettuce. Let's be honest the lettuce is just filler in a salad anyway. I made one recently with cucumbers, avocado, tomato, sweet corn and vinaigrette for a screening of Madea's Family Reunion. It was fine, but a little too crazy for me. Here's a rundown of my favorite veggie side salad of the moment. It's clean and simple, with just the right mix of creamy and acidic flavors.
Avocado and Tomato Salad
2 cups cooked corn, fresh or frozen
1 avocado, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
Dressing:
tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Combine the corn, avocado, tomatoes and onion in a large glass bowl. Mix together the dressing ingredients in another bowl, pour over the salad, and gently toss to mix.
I heart avocado
Posted by: Jon | January 31, 2007 at 12:28 AM
This was a perfect side for my steak tonight. Its so simple I don't know why I didn't think of it. Thanks
Posted by: Chad | January 31, 2007 at 12:31 AM