Description
Cucumber Avocado Salad is a refreshing blend of crisp cucumbers, creamy avocados, and vibrant cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners, this salad combines healthy ingredients that make every bite a delight. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or as a side to your favorite protein for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup ripe avocados, diced (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice into rounds or half-moons.
- Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and dice into chunks. Toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Slice cherry tomatoes in halves or quarters.
- Soak finely chopped red onion in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow its flavor.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, remaining lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and drizzle with dressing. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg