Tomato, Tomatillo, and Corn Salad with Avocado Dressing

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Tomato, Tomatillo, and Corn Salad with Avocado Dressing
40 min.
6
167kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer? Look no further than this delightful Tomato, Tomatillo, and Corn Salad with Avocado Dressing! Bursting with color and flavor, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy addition to any meal. With its combination of juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty tomatillos, and sweet corn, each bite offers a delightful crunch and a burst of freshness.

The creamy avocado dressing adds a rich, velvety texture that beautifully complements the crisp vegetables, while the minced chipotles in adobo sauce provide a subtle kick that elevates the dish to new heights. This salad is perfect for those following a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet, making it an inclusive option for gatherings and barbecues.

Ready in just 40 minutes and serving six, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests raving. Whether you serve it alongside grilled meats or as a standalone dish, the Tomato, Tomatillo, and Corn Salad with Avocado Dressing is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Dive into this deliciously healthy recipe and enjoy the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons chipotles in adobo minced (from 1 medium chipotle)
  • medium avocado 
  • medium pepper flakes red seeded finely chopped
  •  corn syrup white yellow
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • medium garlic clove smashed
  • 1.5 cups jicama 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lime freshly squeezed (from 2 medium limes)
  • pound roma tomatoes seeded ( 4 medium)
  • medium spring onion light white green thinly sliced ( and parts only)
  • ounces tomatillos ( 4 medium)
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • knife
  • blender

Directions

  1. For the dressing:Halve and pit the avocado, then scoop the flesh out into a blender.
  2. Place a large bowl on a damp towel. Fold a paper towel into fourths and place it inside the bowl. Stand one ear of corn on the paper towel, using the stem as a handle. Using a paring knife, slice downward, letting the kernels fall into the bowl. Rotate the cob and continue until all the kernels have been removed; discard the cob. Repeat with the remaining corn. You should have about 2 cups of kernels. Discard the paper towel.
  3. Add the remaining measured ingredients to the bowl, season with salt, and stir to combine.
  4. Drizzle with the dressing and stir until evenly coated. Taste and season with more salt as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories167kcal
Protein5.72%
Fat61.96%
Carbs32.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.67
Glycemic Load
2.11
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.693913029588%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.54mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
1.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:167.37kcal
8.37%
Fat:12.42g
19.11%
Saturated Fat:1.84g
11.53%
Carbohydrates:14.58g
4.86%
Net Carbohydrates:8.35g
3.04%
Sugar:5.92g
6.58%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:205.88mg
8.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.58g
5.16%
Vitamin C:61.04mg
73.99%
Vitamin K:50.22µg
47.83%
Fiber:6.23g
24.92%
Vitamin A:1066.41IU
21.33%
Potassium:599.98mg
17.14%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.51%
Vitamin E:2.18mg
14.54%
Folate:56.24µg
14.06%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.95%
Vitamin B3:2.14mg
10.71%
Copper:0.2mg
9.8%
Magnesium:37.27mg
9.32%
Phosphorus:71.05mg
7.1%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.03%
Iron:1.23mg
6.85%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.5%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.4%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.89%
Calcium:29.5mg
2.95%
Selenium:0.8µg
1.14%
Source:Chow