Description
Experience a burst of freshness with this Cucumber Avocado Salad, where crisp cucumbers and creamy avocados unite under a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or family gatherings, this vibrant dish is not just a salad; it’s a celebration of flavors that brings joy to every bite. With its bright colors and delightful textures, this recipe is easy to customize, making it a must-try for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup ripe avocados, cubed (about 2 medium avocados)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Chop the cucumbers and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for 10 minutes if desired.
- Cut the avocados, remove pits, scoop out flesh, and cube gently.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, avocados, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg