Corn and Avocado Salsa

Tis the season...saying goodbye to summer days and hello to cooler nights and in some ways different eating habits.  Saying goodbye to summer isn't fun but that doesn't mean we have to say goodbye to quick and easy snacks.  In fact, with having to be creative with the kids snacks and my own lunches, now is a good time to as my kids call it "get snack crazy".


Im not a huge fan of avocado, I know!!!! You all saying "WHAT??" But, its the truth...Its not the flavour for me its the texture.  The problem is my kids love it...they love it on toast, in guacamole and they love it served halved with a spoon.  Its so so so healthy for you, so I try to find ways to incorporate it in my diet but in a sneaky way...and if you have kids who aren't fans of it, this might be a recipe for you to try.

1 can black beans
1 can of peaches and cream corn or 3 ears of corn steamed (scrap off the kernels once cooled)
1/2 avocado cut into cubes
2 tablespoons feta
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
zest of half a lime
juice from half a lime
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Salt and Pepper to taste

~Drain and rinse the black beans and the corn if using canned
~In a bowl, place the beans, corn and avocado
~zest and juice the lime and add to the bowl
~drizzle the olive oil and crumble the feta
~Sprinkle the parsley and gently mix to combine
~Season with salt and pepper


This salsa is perfect to add to grilled chicken or fish or just on its own served with pita crisps or your favorite cracker.  It makes a great addition to cooked quinoa or atop a salad for that extra bit of protein.


Natalie