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Zesty Lime and Avocado Salad with Toasted Pepitas


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  • Author: platesdaily
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Elevate your meal with this vibrant Zesty Lime and Avocado Salad featuring creamy avocados, tangy lime, and crunchy toasted pepitas. Perfect as a refreshing side dish at summer barbecues or a light lunch, this salad bursts with flavor and color, delighting every palate. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s bound to impress your guests!


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/3 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients on a clean cutting board.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice and olive oil.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  4. Gently fold in the toasted pepitas.
  5. Drizzle the lime dressing over the salad mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg