Tomato, Corn and Avocado Salsa

I can't stop eating this salsa. It is super addicting. This stuff is awesome!!! Only things that I did differently was that I added 1/2 tsp. garlic salt, 1/2 tsp. sea salt, and I added a tbsp. more lime juice, and I substituted the black olives with a can of black beans b/c my husband hates olives, unfortunately. I'm surprised more people have not reviewed this outstanding recipe b/c it's THAT GOOD!

I made this on Saturday with a few changes, otherwise everything the same! I didn't put olives, used cherry tomatoes and seeded a whole jalapeno pepper and put it all! Add 1 tsp chopped garlic and pepper and salt!After i put the Lime juice it didn't really need the olive oil so I didn't use it. Let marinade together a few hours! when ready to serve take just what you going to eat and add the avocado that way you don't waste all of it because the avacado turns brown! We thought this was the best ever!

This is truly amazing! The only thing I added was more avocado and black beans. It makes a lot, so if you have left-over just remember to keep the seed of the avocado in the salsa so the avocado doesn't turn brown. A++++++

I made this recipe for a salsa contest and won. :-)

Best salsa ever! Hands down. Made w/fresh roma tomatoes from the garden. Sooo fresh & delicious. Doesn't have that yucky, gooey consistency that most jarred salsas have. Wouldn't change a thing. Recipe makes a party-sized portion too!

This came together easily and everyone loved it. Some (like my husband) were not sure of the chunky texture, but "the jalopeno junky", said it could have been hotter. Everyone else thought it was just right. My son said, it's surprisingly good!" The avocados at the store were not ripe, so the avocado ended up being left off. Instead, I used a can of black beans, rinsed. For extra bite, I added an extra tablespoon of lime juice, in addition to an extra teaspoon of ground chipotle pepper. Everything else went in pretty much as the recipe called for. Despite the avocados being left out - this came out well. It didn't need the avocado! As the salsa sat on the serving table, it developed its own juices - at least a cup in the bottom of its bowl, so we kept stirring it up. It kept getting better and better! Thanks for sharing!!!

YUM!!! Left out olives but it was great without them. Make sure to give it a generous squeeze of lime juice. That's what gives this the brightness of flavor. Served this atop Mexican Style Shredded Pork (http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Mexican-Style-Shredded-Pork/Detail.aspx ) from this site. It absolutely made the dish! Thanks!

This was sooo good! I made this and guacamole for an appetizer and EVERYONE loved it!! I added more avacado because I love them and it was excellent. Its better if you eat it within 2 hours because the avacados seem to "melt" and make everything look cloudy

This was great! The few tweaks I made was to add a little bit of garlic salt, cumin, and chili powder to this. I also added black beans (drained and rinsed) along with an extra avocado.

This was Excellent! I took it to a mexican potluck and everyone loved it. The only thing I did different was to add garlic salt and I found a can of sliced olives marinated in jalepeno juice. I will definetely be making this again!

I love this recipe because it's just so forgiving. You can add, subtract or otherwise just enjoy it as written. Nice, uncomplicated and easy to assemble. Definitely a winner Julie!

I omitted the olives and used sliced jalapeno peppers in a jar (that is what I had). Very good!

I've made this as stated as well as a fancier version using fresh corn from the cob and chopped kalamata olives instead of the canned. The latter version is more time consuming, but the fresh corn and added flavor from the kalamatas brings it to another level. I only added a 1/4 cup of diced kalamatas - you don't need as much because they have 10x the flavor of canned olives. The recipe as stated is also good and a lot quicker!

For my southern born extended family, I needed something for the crowd that occupies left of the middle road and this did it hands down. I added black beans (because my wife likes them and they are healthy) and it worked well. Recipe bookmarked.

Very tasty and colorful! I don't like olives, so I added a can of black beans. Also I forgot to add olive oil, and then didn't feel like I needed it.

I didn't have olives but made the rest as stated and added fresh cilantro. This is a very good and fresh tasting salsa which gets better after sitting overnight.

This was so good! I have no hesitation in giving it five stars, and it's very easy to make. I made it as a side for a family taco dinner and it stole the show. I made it exactly as written and served it with blue corn chips, but my brother and I agreed that it would be just as good (if not better) served simply as a salad since it's chunky and a little hard to scoop. I was also surprised at how well the leftovers held up on the second, and even third day. I think the lime juice must keep the avocado from browning.

The picture for this recipe may be a little off-putting, but as they say: "You can't judge a book by its cover." This recipe is 5-stars for me! My family loves this stuff!! I love all the fresh ingredients (except the red pepper which I don't add). I like it salty with the lime juice (especially on my avocados), but all the flavors fuse really well. I add a can of drained black beans in it, which makes it better. We eat this salsa on fish tacos or by itself with chips.

I do love this recipe we just had it with black bean burritos and the kids gobbled it up. I would love to try this when fresh corn is in season and I can try roasted corn instead of canned. Although the canned works very nicely as well.

This is an excellent dip, or just served as a side salad. This is a recipe that I am requested to bring with me everywhere all summer long...it's always a big hit! Definitely worth all the prep work. I do usually either add a whole jalepeno or a can of chopped jalepenos for extra spiciness.

Too bland for me :( I doctored this up with garlic, cilantro, pepper, cumin and a bit of red wine vinegar, which greatly improved it, but still didn't wow anyone this time...

I may give this a 5 in the summer when the tomatoes are really at their best.

i added 2 extra avocados, 1 extra tomato and a few extra jalapenos for a little more heat and it was WONDERFUL!!! i served this at a Gallery Exhibition and it was a hit with all the artists & critics...

So delicious! My daughter's Mexican mother-in-law makes something very similar, and I had such a craving for it that I made this with what I had on hand. Used my favorite canned salsa instead of tomatoes and peppers, didn't add olives or avocado, and added a dash of balsamic vinegar. I can't stop eating it!

Great recipe. Like others, I substituted the olives with black beans and added the avocado when it was time to serve it. Seasoned it with additional spices (cumin, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne). Let it marinade for a few hours. Great flavor - very fresh, healthy. I served it with chips or as a side to our meal.

Outstanding salsa! I added a little fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of cumin.

I've made this a couple times now and it is very good. I was asked for the recipe at the potluck and that has never happened to me before. The only things I do differently are to use cherry or grape tomatoes instead of roma, add an extra avocado, and add cilantro. To me, it just isn't salsa without cilantro! **Update 10/15/11** I am no longer permitted to attend any potluck without bringing this dish! No matter how much I make, there is never any left. The secret to making this the best ever, is to combine all the ingredients except the avocado the night before and refrigerate. This allows the flavors to meld into perfection. The avocado will turn mushy if you add them the night before. Also make sure to cover it tightly otherwise the strong onion smell will permeate your entire fridge!

Fantastic recipe; couldn't stop eating it! The only change I made was I used a can of black beans instead of the olives - everything else was pretty much exactly as called for. I'd give it 10 stars if I could.

I made a few changes as well. I sauteed 4 ears of fresh corn in olive oil with kosher salt. Replaced the olives with a can of black beans. Used 6 small tomatoes, one red and one orange bell pepper, 2 avocados and 2 Tablespoons minced jalapenos. the juice from 4 limes. It was a huge hit!

Made this exactly as the recipe states, minus the olives. I also kept the avacodo separate to keep it fresh. Served over romaine lettuce makes an incredible salad! Will make this again and again!

Fantastic. Cilantro would be a nice addition. Will make again!

I served this at a party and received quite a few compliments. I left out the olives and olive oil and added in an entire jalapeno as a previous reviewer suggested, and it turned out pretty well. My one suggestion is that, if you actually want chunks of avocado (instead of something resembling guacamole), you should get a less ripe avocado.

5 stars after adding fresh cilantro!

FABULOUS! A wonderful way to use the tomatoes from our garden. My only recommendation is to add less garlic, but that is really personal preference

Nice accompaniment as is.... might add some cilantro or garlic to it next time.

I had folks asking for the recipe it was so good! I didn't have jalapeno pepper so I used a very hot Peruvian pepper (Aji Amarillo) instead. Next time I would go with deli olives instead of canned...for more pop.

We love this recipe! We leave out the olives and add an extra avocado or two. Let it sit in the fridge for at least 6 hrs to blend the flavors. It will keep in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Extremely good- my only suggestion, it needs at least two avocados, if not three.

I made a few changes to the recipe: juice of 1 lime, chili powder, 1 diced jalapeno, 1 can black beans and omitted the olives. I forgot to add the avocado but the salsa was great without it.

really good salsa will make again

The recipe is absolutely wonderful! I have had many people ask me for the recipe. I have made it several times, and have to leave out the black olives and avocado on occasion but even without these the recipe turned out great.

Good and easy! I used frozen corn which I warmed to room temp, instead of canned corn. I also used black beans instead of black olives. It turned out great!

I made this to use with tacos but we ate half of it while waiting for the meat to grill! this was very good and different from the standard salsa. I used green onion because they are milder and i'm not and onion fan. I will be making this again soon

This is great salsa. Pretty onion-y so if you don't like onion, obviously omit it. I also used black beans in place of olives. Can't get enough black beans! It was great.

Delicious!!! I substituted red onion for minced onion, and red pepper for crushed red pepper. I omitted the jalopenos. Yum! :)

I cannot say enough awesome things about this recipe! I do play around with it a bit now that I am comfortable (plain chili versus jalapenos). Every time though, people demand more and more of it! Awesome job!!

Delicious! I forgot to add the tomato but every bite was eaten quickly. I'll be sure to add the tomato next time. Thank you for this recipe.

Substituted some ingredients for ones that I had in the kitchen already (no olives, white onion instead of red, green bell pepper instead of red) and it was so good! Really refreshing, and a substantial addition to a meal, as opposed to a sauce.

The flavors complement each other beautifully without one ingredient overpowering the others. Just the right "bite" with the jalapeno added. I can see using this on swordfish as a topping! Delicious!

Sooooo Good! Used black beans instead of olives and left out olive oil. Kick up the jalepeno if you like it hot.

Easy and delicious! Even my picky seven year old daughter enjoyed it! I'll make this again and again. Yet another creative way to sneak some vegetables into their diet!! Thanks for the recipe!

excellent and easy....got rave reviews from co-workers.

Made it exactly as directed, doubled it, and took it to a family party. It was almost all gone, and everyone wanted the recipe! Thanks for a good one!!

Easy, delicious and eats like a meal. Guests were asking for the recipe! I added another tablespoon of olive oil, and a sprinkle of Goya Sazon, served it with multi colored chips as suggested and it was awesome!

I left out olives because it sounded weird to me, but added cilantro. It was so good I ate the leftovers for lunch the next day!

This was so good. I added it to the Easy Taco Casserole from this site. Thanks.

I had this salsa at friends and now i make it all the time!! my family loves it.

This was a delicious salsa. The flavors blended so well together. I would also consider making it with black beans for the olives for those olive hating friends but it is perfect the way it is.

This was AWESOME! I did add fresh chopped garlic to it as well.

I've been trying to broaden my horizons with food and thought I'd like this recipe because of the ingredients. Oh dear God is it good! I used grape tomatoes, scallions, and an orange bell pepper. Thank you, thank you, thank you. This is so much better than any of the already made jar stuff. Go Patriots! 17-0

This salsa is like Lay's chips... you can't just eat one bite! I added a bit more jalapeno (maybe 1/4 teaspoon) and a dash of cayenne and it was fantastic! The only thing I didn't add was the red pepper because I'm allergic, but it was still great. Which reminds me, I need to make more for the 4th!

This was yummy..... Followed recipe exactly.....

This was a great recipe. Everyone loved it. But I did add half a green pepper, a little cilantro and some sliced green onion. But it would have been great without. Very versatile. Everybody wants the recipe. Can't wait to make it again.

Fantastic! For those of you who like super spicy stuff like myself, this salsa is not spicy at all, but still awesome!. The flavors are enough to make me not miss the spiciness at all. I followed the recipe exactly without any omits or substitutions, and I think that was the right way to go. I love this!

Really nice. Made as is.. Added a dash of cumin. I would try adding black beans.

Wow. I first ate this at a potluck and demanded the recipe! Now, I can't stop eating it. I +/- a lot of the ingredients, more tomatoes, more avocado, less onion, I play around each time I make. I am adding cilantro this time, give it a bit more mexican taste! Oh, and I don't add the olives either.

This was so nice and refreshing! New favorite of mine! THANKS!

Wonderful salsa! Though I did make some changes: Fresh boiled corn instead of canned, no olives, scallions instead of red onion, no bell pepper, canned chopped green chilies instead of jalapenos, mixed lime and lemon juice instead of just lime, and cut back on the salt.

LOVE this recipe! I added black beans (1 can rinsed) since I don't like black olives. I make a big batch of it all minus the avocado so I can just have a cup of it as a snack! (I add the avocado when I eat it, so it does not go bad) YUMMY!!!!!!!!! Thank you Julie!

This is delicious and my friends have all asked for the recipe. It looks fancy and it tastes even better. I usually add alot of seasoning to it. But you can't go wrong with this one.

I must say this was a very good recipe!! I only added more seasoning like garlic powder, added about 2cups tomatoe and like 4 limes worth of juice and this came out great expcept I dont like the taste of the olies in it so next time will not add them. But other than that Great Great Great!!!!!!!!!!!

Came out excellent, definitely needs the 24 hours for the flavors to really marry.

Loved it! I didn't have jalapeno pepper, so I added some Texas Pete as a substitute. Delicious!

This was an outstanding recipe that I will always use especially when there is great farm fresh corn available. I made it as is and would not change a thing!

Excellent! I used 2 avocados and added a can of rinsed black beans. Used lemon juice and a splash of homemade Italian dressing. We ate this as a side with chicken....Yummy! will be making on a regular basis. Thanks!

I substituted 2 ears of fresh corn (cooked) for the ca which worked well. Also, a teaspoon of salt sounded like a lot so I used about 3/4 tsp and it was pretty salty and very tasty.

Great recipe, very fresh and was enjoyed by all. I doubled it and added jalapeño as is our taste but changed nothing else.

I love this recipe

this was soooo good! I put more lemon juice and kept everything the same! We loved it!

So fresh! So delicious! Perfect as a side dish to my enchilada dinner.

Great!!!!

I love this salsa, especially the seasoning. I tried once with black olives- but didn't think they were a perfect match, so 2nd time used black beans instead. Yum!

Simple, fresh and delicious ... my only change was using fresh, organic corn and kalamata olives instead of black ... absolute perfection ??

Love this salsa....I can see why it wins awards!! I made it today and it is in the fridge and we will have it tonight...can't wait! I did take another reviewer's suggestion and I have not put the avocado in the salsa yet, I will wait til about 30 minutes before we eat this. I wonder if this might be nice with some cilantro added.....maybe next time. I had the urge to put in garlic; however, I'm glad I resisted.....this salsa is EXCELLENT as written. Thank you Julie for this lovely recipe!!

I used canned diced tomatoes that already had cilantro in it. It was great!

Won grand prize at 49er pre-season opener at Levi Stadium 2014! Minor alterations. 1) More Jalapeno (seeded) 2) Fresh White corn grilled instead of can. 3) 75% more lime juice 4) Marinaded over night

Not only is this salsa beautiful, it also tastes amazing! My family requests this for every get together. I did follow the other reviewer's suggestions and omitted the black olives, and olive oil, and threw in a can of rinsed black beans. I also upped the lime juice. It really does keep the avocado from turning brown. This is hands down one of my favorite recipes.

I mixed everything except avocado ahead of time to let flavors mingle. I also added black beans. When ready to serve I cut up two avocados. Nice fresh texture and flavor. I served with scoops.

Quick, tasty, and healthy. Good as a meal or a snack - my kind of recipe!

I followed recipe with exception of black beans for black olives. This is a very good dip and I can see how people say its addicting. After I made it and tried it I added some garlic salt and I think it tasted better before the garlic salt. Tasted fresher and purer. Anyway that it personal taste. As written this is a very good dip and I would serve to company.

Not a huge fan of the back olives. I wanted it to be spicier too.

I made this dip for a party over the weekend and everyone loved this dip!! It was so good and very easy to make and mix!

I am not sure if I should be reviewing this, considering that I made so many changes. I made this for a grilling party to serve with steaks. I subbed black beans for the black olives, omitted the red bell pepper & jalepeno to suite the main dish I was serving. Everyone enjoyed it. My mom loved it. I thought it was just ok. Needs another acid component. I used the juice from 1 lime, an equal portion of olive oil, and salt to taste. Simple and good, but nothing to write home about.

Instead of canned corn, I cooked 4 ears of fresh corn in the microwave and cut it from the cobs. I added a large can of black beans, drained and rinsed. I also used 1.5 t garlic powder and 2 t cumin. I doubled the lime juice to 4 T. This is an excellent salsa! I will definitely make it again.

This is an amazing recipe. So easy yet so good. I have shared this recipe with many friends.

Delicious!!!

I have made this several times for guests, and it always gets rave reviews...I make the recipe as detailed with the exception of adding a clove of crushed garlic. It is a delish recipe that is always the first to be gobbled up.

I love this recipe. It is so good. I didn't have olives so I omitted them. Used avocado oil instead of olive oil and used frozen instead of canned corn. Delicious!

I added pinto beans and fresh cilantro. It was fresh and flavorful.