Fresh, Fast & Flavorful - Avocado Corn Shallot Salad

• total time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

1 small shallot, finely minced

1 garlic clove, minced (optional for extra zing)

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or lime juice for a citrusy twist)

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (just a touch to balance the acidity)

1/4 teaspoon sea salt (more to taste)

Freshly ground black pepper

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Zest of 1 lime (or lemon)

Optional Add-Ins:

A pinch of chili flakes for heat

A few fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley, finely chopped

Directions

In a small bowl or jar, combine the shallot, vinegar (or lime juice), mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and lime zest.

Let the shallots sit in the mixture for about 5 minutes to mellow out.

Slowly whisk in the olive oil (or shake if using a jar) until emulsified.

Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or sweetness as needed.

To Use:

Drizzle generously over your avocado corn salad just before serving. It complements the creaminess of the avocado and the sweetness of corn beautifully.

It’s creamy from the avocado, sweet from the corn, and has just enough bite from the shallots. A total crowd-pleaser whether you’re brunching, meal-prepping, or just hungry now.

Credit: @dishingouthealth