Description
A refreshing and colorful Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad that’s quick to prepare, combining crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocados, and zesty fresh lemon dressing. Perfect as a healthy side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Fruits
- 2 medium English cucumbers (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 ripe Hass avocados (diced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash Vegetables: Thoroughly wash all the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, avocado skin, red onion, and cilantro under running water to remove any dirt or residues.
- Slice Cucumbers: Thinly slice the cucumbers about 1/4 inch thick to ensure crisp texture and easy mixing.
- Halve Cherry Tomatoes: Cut the cherry tomatoes in half to release their juicy flavor throughout the salad.
- Dice Avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit carefully, score the flesh in a grid pattern without piercing the skin, and scoop out the diced pieces with a spoon.
- Slice Red Onion: Thinly slice the red onion to add a slight crunch and pungent flavor to the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and sliced red onion to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Add Cilantro: Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro over the salad to enhance freshness and aroma.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice until emulsified to create a light and tangy dressing.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing evenly over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients without mashing the avocados.
- Season: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning according to your preference.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for best texture and flavor or chill it in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to enjoy a cooler, more refreshing dish.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for creamy texture; avoid overripe to prevent browning.
- For extra zest, add a pinch of chili flakes or a dash of cumin.
- This salad is best consumed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day.
- To prevent avocado browning, drizzle a bit more lemon juice on top before serving.
