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Corn, Black Bean and Avocado Salad in Avocado Shells

Prep 20 min
Total 20 min
Servings 8

This incredibly easy side dish is not only delicious and perfect for summer barbecues, it's adorable served in an avocado shell! MORE+ LESS-

By Coconut and Lime

June 1, 2015

Ingredients

medium size ripe avocados

can black beans, drained and rinsed

can corn, drained and rinsed

pint grape tomatoes, halved

1/3

cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/4

cup olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

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1

Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. With a spoon, gently remove the insides and set the empty shells aside. (To prevent the avocado from browning, rub lemon juice on the avocado.)
2

Dice the avocado insides into small pieces and place in a medium bowl.
3

Add the remainder of the ingredients to the bowl and toss gently until mixed together.

Expert Tips

Add salt and pepper.
For a pretty presentation, spoon the mixture back into the avocado shells and serve.

Nutrition Information

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More About This Recipe

I have a love/hate relationship with the end of summer.

I live in North Carolina and right now it as hot as all get out, so I’m ready for some cooler, fall weather. But I can’t help but love the carefree foods of summer. Labor Day is typically when you have that last big summer cookout. And other than what’s on the grill, it’s all about the side dishes.

I found 10 side dishes in Tablespoon’s arsenal that will make you want to call over the neighbors and party it up!

1. French Fries

A burger and fries are basically an American institution. Make your own French fries with this über easy recipe.

2. Slow Cooker Baked Beans

This classic recipe uses a slow cooker for easy preparation and is a guaranteed winner at your Labor Day cookout.

3. Grilled Corn with Chile Lime

It’s almost criminal to have a bbq without corn. Branch out and try with chile lime.

4. Summer Panzanella Salad

Bread in a salad? Yes, please!

5. Salsa Guacamole with Chips

Now you don’t have to make a decision between guacamole and salsa - you can have both in one with this delicious salsa-guacamole recipe!

6. "Healthified" Classic Potato Salad

If you’re craving potato salad but not craving the calories, try this “Healthified" version.

7. Summer Antipasto Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

If you’re in the mood for Italian, try this super easy antipasto salad with balsamic vinaigrette!

8. Italian Herb Pasta Salad

Looking for a more traditional salad? Look no farther than pasta to complete your craving.

9. Cold Couscous Pasta Salad

This unusual, yummy salad is served cold for hot summer days!

10. Black Bean, Corn and Avocado Salad

This colorful salad is served in individual avocado shells for a pretty presentation!

After thinking about all these summer side dishes, I don't think I want summer to be over! Happy Labor Day!