Simple, Healthy Recipe: Arugula Salad with Sweet Corn and Avocado

Healthy eating shouldn’t feel complicated, especially for busy employees juggling work and life. At Launch My Health, we help employees make small, sustainable changes that support their health and performance, starting with easy, delicious meals like this Arugula Salad with Sweet Corn and Avocado.

This colorful, nutrient-rich recipe is perfect for lunch prep, a quick snack, or a team potluck. It’s simple to make, packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants.

Whether your employees are in the office or working remotely, empowering them with recipes like this can help boost energy, mood, and productivity.


Arugula Salad with Sweet Corn and Avocado

Yield: 4 servings

½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) Lime Juice

1 clove Garlic, minced

½ Shallot, minced

½ Serrano Chili, minced, seeds removed

1 ear Sweet Corn, poached in seasoned water (or approx. 100–120 grams kernels)

1 small Tomato, diced

Avocado, diced

2 Tablespoons Cilantro, chopped

½ teaspoon Cumin, ground

sprinkle Salt and Pepper

2 ounces (60 grams) Baby Arugula

light drizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil

light drizzle Wine Vinegar 

light drizzle Honey

sprinkle Salt

4 Tablespoons Pine Nuts

In a non-reactive bowl (stainless steel, glass or enamel will work) toss Lime Juice with Garlic, Shallot and Serrano. Set aside for 10 minutes. Gently fold in the Sweet Corn, Tomato, Avocado, Cilantro and Cumin.  Season to taste with Salt and Pepper.

In another non-reactive bowl, lightly sprinkle the Baby Arugula with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Wine Vinegar and Honey. Sprinkle lightly with Salt and gently toss to coat all of the Arugula. Taste and adjust flavor with additional Extra Virgin Olive Oil, vinegar, honey and/or salt. Plate and sprinkle with Pine Nuts.  

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