Spicy Corn and Avocado Salsa with Tortilla Chips

A refreshing and flavorful salsa perfect as a starter or side dish. The sweetness of the corn and creaminess of the avocado are balanced by a touch of spice, making it an ideal complement to richer dishes.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

650 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£1.38/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Dessert•Bread•Side Dish•Appetiser

Cuisine:

Mexican•American

Dietary:

Gluten-Free

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

2cupsCorn kernels(Fresh or frozen, thawed. If using fresh, grill or lightly char for added flavor.)

£0.60

2Avocado(Diced)

£2.00

0.3cupRed onion(Finely diced)

£0.20

0.5Jalapeño pepper(Seeded and minced (adjust to taste))

£0.25

0.3cupCilantro(Chopped)

£0.50

2tablespoonsLime juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.30

1tablespoonOlive oil

£0.15

0.5teaspoonSalt(To taste)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack pepper(To taste)

£0.02

1bagTortilla chips(For serving)

£1.50

Total Cost

£5.53

£1.38 per serving

Instructions

1.
If using fresh corn, grill or lightly char the corn on the cob until slightly browned. Allow to cool slightly, then cut the kernels off the cob.
2.
In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced avocado, red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
3.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4.
Pour the dressing over the corn and avocado mixture and gently toss to combine.
5.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to your preference.
6.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips. For best flavor, let the salsa sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

650 kcal / 2720 kJ

Carbs

70g

27% of RDA

Fat

40g

57% of RDA

Protein

10g

20% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

15 g

50% of RDA

Sugar

8 g

9% of RDA

Sodium

600 mg

26% of RDA

Saturated Fat

6 g

30% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, char the jalapeño pepper before mincing.

To prevent the avocado from browning, toss it with the lime juice immediately after dicing.

This salsa can be made ahead of time, but add the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control the spiciness. Remove the seeds and membranes for a milder flavor.

Pair with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.

Cooking Equipment

Large Bowl

Cutting Board

Knife

Grill or Stovetop (Optional for charring corn)

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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