Creamy Avocado Ranch Salad Bowl (Printable)
Vibrant bowl with crisp greens, grilled corn, avocado, and tangy ranch dressing.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large ears corn, husked
02 - 1 large avocado, diced
03 - 5 oz mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
06 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
08 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
→ Ranch Dressing
09 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
14 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
18 - 2-3 tablespoons milk, to thin
→ Optional Toppings
19 - 1/4 cup feta or cotija cheese, crumbled
20 - 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds or pepitas
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Lightly brush corn with olive oil and grill for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and tender. Remove and let cool slightly, then cut kernels from the cob.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add milk as needed to reach creamy, pourable consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.
04 - In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, shredded carrots, and chopped herbs.
05 - Add diced avocado and grilled corn kernels to the bowl.
06 - Drizzle the creamy ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
07 - Sprinkle with feta or cotija cheese and seeds, if using. Serve immediately as a main dish or hearty side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- That ranch dressing alone will become your go-to for everything else
- Grilled corn transforms this from ordinary salad into something you crave
- Comes together faster than deciding what to order for takeout
02 -
- Grilled corn can be made ahead and kept at room temperature for a few hours without losing texture
- The dressing actually tastes better after an hour in the fridge, so make it first if you can plan ahead
- Add avocado right before serving or toss it gently in a teaspoon of lemon juice to prevent browning
03 -
- Soak red onion slices in ice water for 10 minutes to remove harshness while keeping crunch
- Toast your seeds or nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, watching closely