1largeavocadohalved and pitted, brushed with a bit of olive oil*
8ouncesgreen beanstrimmed
1lb.cooked fava beans*
1cupcherry tomatoeshalved
2green onionsboth white and green parts, sliced on the bias
1/3cupfreshly chopped basil
For the dressing:
2tablespoonswhite balsamic vinegar
1limejuiced
2teaspoonsmaple syrup
1/4cupextra virgin olive oil
salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
Prepare the salad:
Preheat the grill to medium. Once heated, place the corn on the grill in the husks and cook 15-20 minutes or until tender, turning about every 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly, then remove the husks from the corn. Place the ears of corn on a cutting board and cut the kernels from the cob and place in a large bowl.
Brush the cut side of the avocado with the olive oil and cook cut-side down for 1-2 minutes or until charred and slightly softened. Dice the avocado and set aside.
While the corn cooks, fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and add the fava beans. Cook 1-2 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon and place in a colander and rinse with cold water. Squeeze the beans from their skins and place in the bowl (this may be done well in advance).
Add the green beans to the simmering water and cook 3-4 minutes or until crisp tender. Drain in the colander and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Cut into 1" pieces and place in the bowl with the corn.
Add the cherry tomatoes, green onions, and chopped basil to the bowl and set aside.
Prepare the vinaigrette:
Place the vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, salt and pepper in a small bowl and whisk until combined. Add the olive oil in a steady stream while whisking. Add the desired amount of vinaigrette, then gently toss in the avocado. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
If you prefer not to grill the corn and avocado, simply boil the corn and use fresh avocado.
*Cook fava beans according to the instructions in my post How to Cook Fava Beans,, or substitute with lima beans or peas.