Description
Cucumber Avocado Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This delightful salad combines the crispness of fresh cucumbers with the creamy texture of ripe avocados, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing that enhances its flavors perfectly. The addition of sweet cherry tomatoes and sharp red onion adds depth and color, making this salad not only delicious but also visually appealing. It’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches. Enjoy it as a side dish alongside grilled meats or as a standalone meal packed with nutrients and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 firm cucumbers
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 red onion
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes; slice cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the tomatoes.
- Dice ripe avocados into small cubes.
- Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced onion.
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss gently to combine without mashing the avocados.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg