Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy avocado corn salsa is packed with loads of texture and flavor. It only takes a few minutes to dice everything up, and it pairs well with so many dishes. So get ready to wow at the summer barbecue when you show up with this recipe!

A red bowl filled with avocado corn salsa and a silver spoon.

We’ve all been there. You’re headed to a last minute gathering and you forgot to make something. Well, this recipe is ready in as little as 10 minutes, and it tastes best right after preparing, so it’s the perfect party dip!

Whether you are having a Mexican recipe fiesta or just lots of appetizers, this will fit right in. These are likely ingredients you already keep on hand if you do a lot of cooking, and it’s also great to make on Taco Tuesday. Let’s cook!

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A small glass bowl of corn avocado salsa surrounded by chips on the table.

here’s what you’ll need

Open a couple of cans and bring out the knife. This salsa requires some knife skills. Everything is diced, but it takes a bit of practice to get your sizes uniform—you’ll get there! Jump to the recipe card for the full quantities.

Avocado: Nice and creamy! Avocado adds a creamy texture to this dip that can’t be beat.
Corn: Corn is canned at the peak of freshness and is super easy to use here. Feel free to use fresh grilled corn from the cob if it’s in season!
Bell Pepper: Red peppers have a milder flavor than green. Feel free to use orange here, too!
Red onion: The bite of red onion really adds to the salsa. I finely chop this so it isn’t overwhelming.
Cilantro: I hope you aren’t one of those “cilantro tastes like soap” people because it really is the star of the show here!
Season It: I like to add fresh garlic, salt, and lime juice for flavor and to help keep the avocados bright green. Fresh lime juice is where it’s at. You’ll need them for the drinks anyway, right?

make ahead Tip

If you are worried about cutting it too close to party time, feel free to do a bit of prep work ahead. The pepper and onion can be cut ahead of time and left covered. Save just the avocado and cilantro for the end so you can toss and serve in five minutes.

Close up of avocado corn salsa with red onions and bell peppers.

How to make Quick Avocado Corn Salsa

This recipe is great for practicing your knife skills! As long as your knife is sharp, there shouldn’t be any trouble. Aim to make all your chops consistent in size, just a bit larger than the corn for reference. Be sure to jump to the recipe card for the full instructions.

Step 1: Prep
Drain the corn well (you can do this ahead) and chop everything else up. I like to squeeze the lime over the avocado as I’m dicing to help prevent browning.

Diced ingredients for avocado corn salsa in a clear mixing bowl.

Step 2: Toss It All Together
Gently toss the ingredients together to combine.

A small glass bowl of corn avocado salsa and lime wedges tucked into a bed of tortilla chips.

Step 3: Serve
Ready to go! This salsa tastes best the same day it is made, before the ingredients start to degrade. Serve immediately or cover tightly and chill for a little later.

Hand holding a tortilla chip dipped into fresh avocado corn salsa.

corn stuffed avocado

This recipe would be great to use to stuff an avocado. Instead of dicing your avocado, make the salsa without it and scoop it right into half an avocado.

Avocado Salsa plays well with

What isn’t this salsa good on?? I can’t think of much! I definitely recommend this salsa for tacos and nachos, as well as simply dipping with chips.

Tempeh Taco Meat is dark, hearty, and spicy, and will be brightened up with this amazing corn and avocado salsa.
Vegan Pulled Pork Nachos need some color to liven things up! I’d also go ahead and add cashew queso to the list.
Don’t forget dessert! The perfect ending to your party would be Mexican Paletas. This brings your meal full circle from dips to drips.

A clear bowl of avocado corn salsa with red onion and cilantro is garnished with lime wedges, surrounded by crumbled tortilla chips on a light pink surface.

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