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Chopped Veggie Salad

Chopped Veggie Salad: A Fresh Twist for Summer Gatherings

Chopped Veggie Salad is a refreshing, no-mayo salad packed with vibrant flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Use high-quality variety for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances the tartness of lime juice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coarse salt Adjust to taste.
For the Salad
  • 16 oz Frozen corn About 2 cups; canned or fresh corn can also work.
  • 3/4 cup Red onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 ribs Celery Chopped.
  • 3 pcs Roma tomatoes Diced.
  • 1 pc English cucumber Diced, about 1 cup.
  • 2 pcs Colored bell peppers Diced; preferably orange and red.
  • 3/4 cup Cilantro Chopped; can substitute with parsley.
  • 2 pcs Avocados Diced; use ripe avocados for best flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine frozen corn, red onion, and chopped celery. Add diced Roma tomatoes, diced English cucumber, and diced colored bell peppers. Include chopped cilantro and diced ripe avocados. Gently toss the veggies together.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and sugar. Add in coarse salt, adjusting to taste. Mix until the sugar dissolves completely.
  3. Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables in the large bowl. Gently fold the dressing into the salad.
  4. Taste your salad and add additional salt if desired. Check for flavor balance and adjust with more lime juice if you prefer.
  5. Cover the salad and place it in the refrigerator. Chill for at least 30 minutes, up to 2-3 hours.
  6. Once chilled, give the salad a quick stir. Serve as a side dish, topping for tacos, or with tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allowing the salad to chill enhances flavor. Use the freshest vegetables for best results. Add the avocados just before serving to prevent browning.

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