Description
This refreshing avocado salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With creamy avocados, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers, this salad is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavors. A zesty lemon dressing enhances the fresh ingredients, making it an ideal side dish for summer barbecues or a light lunch on warm days. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this versatile recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite proteins or seasonal vegetables. Whether enjoyed solo or as a complement to grilled meats, this avocado salad will quickly become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Wash and prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
- 2. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and cube it.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine the avocados, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- 4. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- 5. Gently toss to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
- 6. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like cumin or chili powder. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge; adding extra lemon juice can help prevent browning. Customize this salad by adding proteins such as grilled chicken or chickpeas for a more filling meal.